I am new to the forum. I currently have an old non-epa Virginian wood heater which heats well but eats wood fairly quickly. I am looking to upgrade to an EPA model for obvious reasons. I have read and researched as to which is the best value and best stove for the money. I have recently totally gutted my house and remodeled. I used green spray foam insulation and all new windows and doors so I have a very tight and energy efficient house in the 1200 square foot range. I do have some air exchange with vents in the bathroom to introduce fresh air. I also installed a new stainless chimney which draws very well with the current stove. about 75% of the house is now one large open room, living, dining and kitchen with the heater in the middle of the house. I am looking for a stove in the $700-$800 range, non-cat and something that i can hopefully get an overnight burn with. I do have a new 23 seer heat pump that I do not plan on using only for a quick warmup as needed.
From what I have read it seems that the Englander NC13 would be a good match, I like the extra size on the nc30 fire box. However, I am wondering if it would be oversized and have to be ran at a low burn. I have not heard much negative press about them only positive. I have read some positive about the Drolet Savannah. I also looked at the US Stove 2000 Pedestal, model 1098917 which is currently on sale at Tractor supply for 499.00.
Is there a stove I am overlooking? Which one of these do you think is better?
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I am trying to get this purchase made before the end of the year so I can get the tax credit.
Thanks!
Sean
Western North Carolina
From what I have read it seems that the Englander NC13 would be a good match, I like the extra size on the nc30 fire box. However, I am wondering if it would be oversized and have to be ran at a low burn. I have not heard much negative press about them only positive. I have read some positive about the Drolet Savannah. I also looked at the US Stove 2000 Pedestal, model 1098917 which is currently on sale at Tractor supply for 499.00.
Is there a stove I am overlooking? Which one of these do you think is better?
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I am trying to get this purchase made before the end of the year so I can get the tax credit.
Thanks!
Sean
Western North Carolina