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Pellet Stoves Are a Good Alternative to Wood Stoves Pellet stoves have a distinct design and are available in freestanding models as well as inserts that fit into fireplaces. They require less clearance than wood stoves, but do need proper installation and venting. Select a pellet stove that will meet your heating requirements. Take into consideration the model's BTU rating, which indicates the amount of heat it generates. 1. The ComfortBilt XXV The ComfortBilt XXV Pellet Stove is an excellent model that provides high-end performance and value. This compact unit can easily warm a small space or sunroom with its maximum of 26,224 BTU/Hr and an 81% efficiency rating. This model has a convenient capacity for hoppers of 25 pounds, which allows you to keep your room warm for hours. The programmable thermostat ensures that the room temperature is maintained and pellets are efficiently used. This popular pellet stove from ComfortBilt is sleek and has a modern appearance and a large bay view window that can enhance the look of any home. Its top-quality engineering and reliable performance have earned it excellent reviews from people across the nation. This model is engineered to burn premium wood pellets which produce the most heat per pound. It can provide heat to up to 2,800 square feet under mild temperature conditions and is EPA and CSA Certified to comply with all federal emissions mandates. One of the most appealing features of this model is the ability to select from manual or weekly modes for the setting of the fire. If you change between manual and temperature modes too frequently the stove could have problems. It can cause the feed auger to stop and the fans to stop and starve the flame and cause your stove to run out of gas. The unit is also available in charcoal or bronze finishes to match your current home decor. This stove is covered by a one-year warranty on both parts and services. It is also important to keep in mind that using corn or other type of biofuel in this stove could void its warranty. Only use premium wood pellets. 2. The Hearth & Home Store Outdoor Heater Pellet stoves are a practical and efficient method to heat your home. The stoves generate heat through the burning of pellets, which are small chunks of biomass derived from agricultural residues or wood byproducts. The pellets are kept in a hopper, which is connected to the burn chamber of the stove. A blower or fan can distribute heat throughout your home, and exhaust systems are used to remove combustion byproducts from the room and let them out to the outside. Pellet stoves are simpler to maintain than wood stoves and do not require regular maintenance of a chimney or venting system. To ensure their efficiency pellet stoves require frequent professional maintenance and inspection. Professional maintenance involves cleaning the burners, the exhaust system and the ash compartment. It also includes checking and fixing any problems that might arise. This pellet stove is one of the most technologically advanced models we have on our list. It comes with WiFi and a touchscreen that allows you adjust the settings or design heating programs using your smartphone. It has a 66-pound fuel hopper that can burn for up to 22 continuously for a period of. When choosing a stove, make sure that the BTU output (British Thermal Units) corresponds to your space and requirements. A stove with a BTU rating of up to 60,000 can easily heat a home that is average in size, whereas a stove that produces 30000 BTUs is suitable for homes that are up to 1,300 square foot. 3. The Hearth & Home Store Pellet Stove Pellet stoves are ideal for those who want to heat their home without a lot of effort. They use recycled sawdust which has been compressed and dried to fuel an uncluttered fire that burns cleanly, with no creosote buildup. indoor pellet stove will start to burn when you place the pellets in the hopper and select the desired temperature, and then load the pellets. The pellets are continuously pumped into the stove's chamber of combustion through an auger that is driven by a motor, and the blower forces the heat into the room. If you make use of your pellet stove often the hopper can hold up to 120 pounds of pellets. In accordance with the amount of heating you need it could be necessary to fill this hopper up once or twice a day. Find a model that has a large hopper and an automatic feed system that keeps the hopper filled without you having to manually fill it. They also have smaller footprints than wood-burning stoves, which is good news when you're short on space in your home. They also typically require an a smaller hearth pad making them ideal for those who reside in a log cabin or have a small area like an unfinished basement or three-season room which isn't connected to central heating. Pellet stoves can be a great alternative for traditional fireplaces, as they release 50% less carbon dioxide and cut down on your utility costs. Pellet stoves are also a great option for those who do not want to go through the difficulty of lighting a fireplace, and don't mind replacing or cleaning more delicate components. They still require some maintenance, like cleaning the heat exchanger and venting system, as well as the ash pan and glass. Regular servicing is required to ensure your appliance is safe to use. 4. The Hearth & Home Store Pellet Stove Freestanding Pellet stoves appear like wood stoves and work in the same way however they utilize bio-based fuel that is made from sawdust, instead of logs. They are available as freestanding stoves as well as fireplace inserts that can heat a single room or a huge living space, based on the layout of your house. When you choose the pellet stove, look for one that has an Environmental Protection Agency certification for efficiency and the clean burning. Make sure the stove is UL (Underwriters Laboratories), or ULC (Canadian Underwriters Laboratory) and is certified for safety. A dealer can recommend models that fit your space However, you must go to the manufacturer's site for reviews and ratings. Pellet stoves are different from oil or gas stoves in that they burn small hardwood pellets. You can buy them in 40-pound bags. A hopper holds the pellets while an electric auger feeds them into the combustion chamber to ignite a flame. As the flame heats air, it blows exhaust through a flue pipe which is blown out of a sidewall or into your chimney. These stoves offer an easier, more reliable source of heat than gas stoves and can last up to 10 years with proper maintenance and cleaning. Because the pellets are compact and small, these stoves burn more efficiently than traditional wood stoves, which can consume up to a gallon of fuel for every hour they're operating. Pellets are also carbon neutral. They emit the same amount of carbon as they absorb during the process of growing. The best pellet stoves come with automated features that allow you to set the temperature and then keep an eye on the stove without intervention. Some have built-in alarms that inform you when it's time to fuel or to clean up the ash. They can also help lower your heating costs by providing a a steady stream of heating for up to 24 hours. 5. The Hearth & Home Store Pellet Stove Wall Mount If you're seeking a small pellet stove, check out this Cleveland Iron Works model. It's a compact footprint that helps save floor space and its 28-pound hopper will last for around 35 hours before you need to refill it. The model can produce 24,000 Btu which is enough to heat up to 1,000 square feet. It has a remote as well as smartphones, so you can use the stove from anywhere within the home. Like free-standing pellet stoves, the efficiency of a wall-mounted model depends on the hopper capacity and the blower fan's size. You should look for an efficiency rating of between 70-83 percent. (This indicates the percentage of the fuel that actually heats your home compared to the amount lost in combustion or via venting.) Although pellet stoves don't require as much electricity as gas heaters, you will have to connect them to control their automatic controls as well as the blower fan that keep the fire going. There are models with battery backup systems, or manual ignition options. These may still function in the event of a power failure. Pellet stoves can provide additional heat in homes that lack ductwork, or during the transition between seasons. They emit less creosote, and are carbon neutral in comparison to wood-burning stoves and fireplaces. If you select a high-efficiency model, you'll reduce your costs for utilities and help support green energy initiatives.