I live in the mountains of NC (more of a PA type climate in the winter) and am in the process of deciding which OWB I want to buy. Here's the situation:
The House:
-Built around 1970. Has newer double-pane windows throughout, added attic insulation, 2x4 walls, wood siding. Around 1100 square feet.
-We will probably eventually add on 200 or 300 square feet.
-Currently heated with a fuel oil furnace. Takes around 400 gallons per year.
-Has existing ductwork in the crawl space (no basement).
The OWB:
-Will sit 60 feet from the end of the house, about 90 feet from the current oil furnace.
I have access to cheap wood in the form of logs and time and energy to cut, split, and stack the wood.
I am considering boiler steel over stainless due to the ease of repair should the furnace ever need it.
I want to spend no more than $4500 on the furnace itself.
I have looked at Hawken, Earth Stove, Shaver, and Heatmaster.
I would like to hear any and all advice, suggestions, or comments.
The House:
-Built around 1970. Has newer double-pane windows throughout, added attic insulation, 2x4 walls, wood siding. Around 1100 square feet.
-We will probably eventually add on 200 or 300 square feet.
-Currently heated with a fuel oil furnace. Takes around 400 gallons per year.
-Has existing ductwork in the crawl space (no basement).
The OWB:
-Will sit 60 feet from the end of the house, about 90 feet from the current oil furnace.
I have access to cheap wood in the form of logs and time and energy to cut, split, and stack the wood.
I am considering boiler steel over stainless due to the ease of repair should the furnace ever need it.
I want to spend no more than $4500 on the furnace itself.
I have looked at Hawken, Earth Stove, Shaver, and Heatmaster.
I would like to hear any and all advice, suggestions, or comments.