Pellet Stove Furnace
Pellet stoves are available as freestanding units or fireplace inserts that can give your home the appearance of a traditional wood-burning fireplace. They are available as freestanding units or fireplace inserts that give your home the appearance of a traditional wood-burning fireplace.
The auger moves pellets from the hopper into the combustion chamber, where they are burned to create heat. Sensors are able to monitor the flame and adjust the rate of operation in order to maintain the desired temperature in the room.
1. Energy Efficiency
Pellet stoves burn renewable non-toxic fuel composed of compressed sawdust and wood chips. They also contain bark and other materials that are typically placed in landfills but which can be turned into a sustainable and clean source of heating. They aid homeowners in reducing their energy consumption, and therefore greenhouse gas emissions. Many users of pellet stoves say that they recoup their initial investment in only a few short years by reducing their heating costs.
Pellets are much more dense and compressed than natural wood, which makes them more efficient to burn. They also produce less creosote compared to traditional wood-burning fires. Additionally, they are packaged in plastic bags to keep out moisture and require less frequent cleaning.
Pellet stoves, like other heating systems need to be properly vented and sized. A professional technician will be able to assess your venting needs and space requirements to ensure the best results.
In the process of installation, the hearth is constructed to fit the space and the vent is installed through a pre-cut hole your home's siding. The vent is then placed on either a side wall or the roof, based on your preference and the local regulations.
After the hearth and vent are done and the stove is ready to be connected. Some manufacturers provide the option of a remote control to make it simple to begin and maintain the fire, while other manufacturers offer additional sensors that monitor combustion and airflow as well as flue temperatures and pressure. When the system detects that it requires more or fewer pellets, it signals the auger to speed up or slow down according to the situation.
All stoves come with a hopper which can hold between 35 and 130 pounds of pellets. The size of the hopper will determine the frequency at which you have to replenish your stove. Larger hoppers allow for longer periods before refills is required. A grille pulls air from the room, then passes it through the heat exchanger, and then blows heated air into the living space via convection. A grate or auger distributes the pellets, while a pan underneath collects any unburnt ones, along with the combustion residue.
Although pellet stoves are more efficient than wood-burning models they're not as efficient as natural gas furnaces or electricity-powered heaters. Electric components that drive motorized components of stoves require a power source. This could cause an issue in the event of power outage, but backup systems such as generators and batteries are readily available.
2. Low Maintenance
Pellet stoves are incredibly efficient, but just like all major heating appliances, they require a bit of maintenance to keep them running correctly. Regularly cleaning your stove's exhaust vent and the stove will stop the accumulation of harmful creosote that can cause an explosion, fire, or damage to your home or stove.
A pellet stove burns natural wood pellets or other materials (like nutshells, corn kernels or small pieces of scrap wood). An electric-powered auger is used to feed the pellets from a fuel container into the burner and into the combustion chamber. The thermostat you set regulates the rate at which pellets are fed to the burner. The fire can continue to roar or reduced or even snuffed out according to the temperature you set. When the fire is out, the ash is dropped into an empty ash tray beneath the burner. It can then be easily removed and disposed of.
Pellets are made from byproducts that could have been discarded during the process of processing lumber. They are a renewable resource and produce less particles than traditional wood-burning appliances, making pellet stoves a cleaner heat source. The amount of carbon monoxide, carcinogens, and other harmful chemicals emitted from pellet stoves is less than the latest EPA certified wood stoves.
These appliances are not required to be vented via a chimney, like is the case with traditional wood stoves. Instead, they must be vented properly through a wall, or any other exterior structure. Pellet stoves have flue ports that open on the rear or top of the appliance and are connected to the vent pipe which extends outside the home.
One drawback of pellet stoves is that you must purchase or store enough pellets to last the winter time. Pellet stove owners typically use three tons of wood pellets every winter, at a cost of $200 per ton. The expenses can add up but they're less expensive than buying firewood and hauling it for a fireplace or wood-burning stove. Make sure you buy enough pellets so that your stove will last throughout the coldest winter months and that you have a suitable space to store the pellets (preferably dry, cool and off the ground).
3. Reduced Carbon Footprint
Pellet stoves generate heat using renewable biomass fuel, reducing the dependence on fossil fuels that are finite. This helps reduce the carbon footprint and helps diversify the sources of energy used in homes.
Even the newest woodstoves that are EPA certified emit considerably less than pellet stoves. The emissions from pellet stoves are much lower than ones from gas furnaces. Pellets are made of compressed sawdust, bark and other lumber waste. They can also comprise different materials like soybeans, corn and nutshells, cherry pits and agricultural waste. When they are burned, they release less particles, which can cause respiratory problems and allergic reactions and carcinogens as well as nitrous dioxide.
The feed system is the main difference between pellet stoves and wood stove. outdoor pellet stove come with hoppers to hold the pellets. When the thermostat or sensors indicate that the room needs heating, the auger is turned and the pellets are fed into the combustion chamber, where they burn and produce heat. The air from the combustion chamber is pushed through a heat exchanger which transfers the heat to the blower before releasing it into the room. This process creates very low emissions, and creosote is not produced.
When the hopper is empty, a cyclone removes the ash and deposits it in an ash pot. The stove also has an air circulator to move the fresh, heated air into the living room. The majority of pellet stoves require little maintenance and feature a large viewing area for you and your family to enjoy the flames.
The most significant factor affecting emissions from pellet stoves is the quality of the pellets. The poor quality pellets will result in more emissions. When choosing your pellets, make sure they're certified to meet certain standards and do not contain other ingredients like petroleum-based or urea-based products. Also look for a company that offers a guarantee and will repair or replace parts in the event of a problem. If you want to take an even greener approach Some states allow homeowners to claim a tax deduction for installing pellet stoves. This is a great way to help offset the initial cost of this type of stove and make installation more affordable.
4. Reduced Noise
Pellet stoves emit very little smoke or exhaust when compared to fireplaces with wood burning. They also have an electric fan to distribute the heat more evenly across the space. This feature is one reason why pellet stoves require less maintenance than wood stoves. While wood stoves require regular cleaning of chemicals and particulates to prevent deterioration, pellet stoves can be cleaned by a metal vacuum cleaner.
Many manufacturers have designed their stoves so that they are simple to install and operate as well as maintain. They also make their appliances in a wide range of styles that can be matched to the decor of your home. Some models include a WIFI app, programmable thermostat and remote control.
The majority of pellet stoves have an enormous fuel hopper which can accommodate between 35 and 130 pounds of pellets. The pellets are then delivered to the combustion chamber through an auger. The amount of heat produced and the level at which the fire gets depends on the speed at which pellets are fed to the burner. The hopper could be filled with hardwood pellets made from wood with a dense structure such as oak and hickory or softwood pellets. Many stoves are able to burn biomass pellets made from corn and switchgrass. This is an environmentally friendly alternative.
Because pellet stoves burn such an environmentally friendly fuel, they emit less smoke than traditional wood-burning fireplaces and require fewer maintenance. They do not need chimneys, making them an ideal option for retrofits or new construction.
Unlike wood stoves, which require regular maintenance to be free of creosote as well as other chemicals, pellet stoves only require periodic inspections for proper operation and maintenance. This may include regular cleaning and inspection of the ash or "clinker" as well as the motors and fans according to the model. The dealer of your appliance can explain the proper procedures for your specific model and brand. He can also assist you to identify the right fuel for your stove and provide information on storage and safety.