Pellet Stove Inserts Atlanta | The Fireplace Place
Hey! I'm Dawn Tapley and with The Fireplace Place. I want to talk to you briefly about Pellet Inserts. If you're considering burning pellets in your fireplace, this video will help you determine the best option.
The option is oft times considered the best of both worlds. It can give you the real wood fire with the ease and convenience of a thermostat or remote.
A pellet stove is a stove that burns compressed wood or biomass pellets to create a source of heat. By slowly feeding fuel from a hopper into a burn-pot area, they create a constant flame that requires little to no physical adjustments.
So what is a pellet? A pellet is saw dust compressed into a pellet shape. They are typically sold in 40 lb. bags and you can purchase them from nearly any hardware store. The key to purchasing your pellet fuel is to buy only pellets comprised of 100% hardwood. Be aware: Many big box stores will sell soft wood pellets that cause inferior burn times and may be problematic for your appliance.
A quality pellet insert can range from $2500 to $5500. The prices are directly related to the heat capacity, design, options, and manufacturer.
When using a pellet stove as a primary source of heat, you can look to burn approximately 1 ton of pellets per year in Georgia. This equals approximately $300 per year in fuel costs. The beautiful thing about a pellet stove is that you can regulate the heat with the adjustment of a thermostat. Pellet stoves boast the highest efficiency of any rated fireplace insert on the market at 85% to 90% efficiency rating. We have inserts that can heat up to 2,600 square feet with a continuous burn time of 55 hours on a single load of pellets.
Installation consists of installing a stainless steel liner from the unit to the chimney top. Some manufactures will only allow you to run that liner through the damper and let the exhaust flow into the existing chimney. We recommend against this due to maintenance issues. It is impossible to do a thorough cleaning without uninstalling the unit and re-installing it. If the liner terminates at the top of the chimney, it can easily be disconnected from the stove and swept. Another reason is the fact that the soot can fall back down the chimney and get sucked into the house when a negative pressure is applied like a vent hood, bathroom fan, or opening doors. This will not happen with a full liner.
Additional items to take into account when considering this solution would be the fact that they must have power to operate. Most people who purchase this product as a primary heat source usually purchase a generator for emergencies. While convenient, this unit does require weekly and annual maintenance to keep it running properly. This is due to the many parts and pieces that have to be maintained.
If you are thinking of adding a fireplace or upgrading your existing fireplace, visit us at www.efireplaceplace.com or call us today: 770-999-0643, 'cause remember, at The Fireplace Place, "Your Comfort is our Business!"
The Fireplace Place carries the finest products for Atlanta's fireplace and hearth needs. We offer fireplaces, wood stoves, pellet stoves and fireplace inserts to enhance the atmosphere of any home. We also provide a wide range of service plans so your fireplace is well maintained year round.
Any home can be enhanced with the relaxing comfort of a fireplace, so let one of our Fireplace Place hearth specialists advise you on the best home heating solution for your needs. We offer a free consultation and will guide you every step of the way in creating the look and style that will be the focal point of any room. Fireplaces, wood stoves, pellet stoves and more can provide you with years of enjoyment, increase the value of your home and can even qualify you for a 10% tax credit.
The Fireplace Place offers a wide range of fireplace and hearth products, plus an extensive maintenance and service plan. If you live in the Atlanta area, The Fireplace Place is the best choice for all your fireplace products and services. Contact us today at 770-999-0643 or visit www.efireplaceplace.com
0:03 Introduction: Pellet Stove Inserts
0:13 The Best of Both Worlds
0:22 What is a Pellet Stove?
0:36 What is a Pellet?
0:53 Beware of Inferior Soft Wood Pellets
1:01 Pellet Stove Price Range
1:12 How Much Can I Expect to Burn in 1 Year?
1:27 Pellet Stove Efficiency
1:43 Pellet Stove Installation
2:22 Additional Considerations
2:42 Contact Us
The Fireplace Place
3530 N Henry Blvd
Stockbridge, Ga 30281
770-507-1529
Pellet Stove Inserts Atlanta | The Fireplace Place
