The Add-On Furnace is designed to be a supplemental hot air heating system that will connect to your existing heating system. The furnace will operate independently of your existing system, while using the same hot air ducts that your present furnace uses.

How does a wood burning furnace work?

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Is a wood burning furnace Safe?

Wood burning stoves can be very safe appliances if installed, used and maintained correctly. By design, wood stoves can be considered to be safer compared to open wood burning fireplaces because the fire is kept behind a sealed door, while any byproducts from a stove fire must leave your home through a sealed flue.

How long do wood burning furnaces last?

10 to 20 years The average life of a wood-burning stove is 10 to 20 years.

Are wood-burning stoves going to be banned?

At the moment, wood stoves are not being banned. The Clear Air Strategy has promised that only the cleanest stoves are available for sale by 2022. This wont affect the kinds of wood burners you can run, but may mean that you can only buy certain stoves for a couple more years, before theyre phased out.

When should I replace my wood furnace?

Warning Signs Your Wood Stove Needs ReplacingIt was manufactured before 1995. Signs of warping or cracking. It produces a lot of smoke. excessive creosote. You need to use more wood fuel than in the past to get the same level of heat.

Are old wood stoves worth anything?

Old stoves can be worth a great deal of money, especially in uncertain times. Its common to see antique stoves selling for several hundred dollars. However, condition is a major factor. If your stove is cracked, seriously rusted, or has other significant damage, it will be worth considerably less.

Do wood furnaces save money?

Depending on what you pay for electricity, wood heat can be a very cost-effective alternative. For example, if you are paying $0.10 per KWH for energy charges plus delivery charges, fees, and taxes, wood pellets would save you about 50 percent on your heating bill, and cordwood would save even more.

Can I burn my wood stove with the door open?

The simple answer to this question is yes, the stove will work, but it can be up to 60% less efficient than when the door is closed. The fact is that wood-burning stoves and multifuel stoves are designed for use with the door closed.