Posts Tagged ‘Heating with Wood’

Why Won’t My Wood Boiler Get Hot?

Monday, October 16th, 2023
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Wood boilers stand out as a sustainable heating solution, using renewable resources to provide warmth. By harnessing the power of wood, a readily available and eco-friendly fuel source, these boilers contribute to a reduced carbon footprint. Additionally, wood boilers often offer cost savings, as wood is generally more affordable than traditional heating fuels. The comforting glow and crackle of a wood fire add a timeless charm to your home, creating an atmosphere that goes beyond simple functionality.

But what if you’re experiencing chilly mornings despite having a wood boiler in your Vermont or New Hampshire home? A wood boiler not reaching optimal temperatures can be a frustrating situation, but fear not! Our team at HB Energy Solutions is here to help you troubleshoot and resolve this issue. With our 100% satisfaction guarantee on all repairs, you can trust us to get your wood boiler back to providing the warmth and comfort you expect.

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Heating with Wood Safely and Efficiently in Springfield VT

Monday, November 5th, 2012

When done correctly, burning wood is one of the simplest and most efficient ways to keep your home warm. As long as new trees are being planted to replace those that are harvested for wood it is a sustainable, carbon neutral practice as well. If you’re interested in supplementing your home heating system – or even replacing it – with a wood burning system, HB Energy Solutions has some information to help you make the right decision for your home. Consider this information and follow the tips and you should have no problem heating your Springfield VT home safely and efficiently with wood.

  • Choose the right stove for your home. A fireplace is great for heating a single room, but they are not really designed to keep your whole house warm. A good wood burning stove can handle the task of heating your home efficiently and effectively. Be sure that your stove meets EPA guidelines and that it is properly sized for your home.
  • Don’t expect to just walk outside, find some wood and be set for the winter. You must season your wood for at least six months, keeping it off of the ground and protected from the elements while it dries. Green wood will not burn efficiently and smokes a lot more than well-dried wood.
  • Chop your wood as evenly as possible. Keeping your wood supply uniform allows for more even burning. Be sure to split your wood down to a fairly small size as well. This too helps wood burn more evenly and efficiently. It also speeds up the drying process.
  • Start your stove off hot. Get a mound of coals going and add a few logs all at once. This will help your stove burn wood as completely and cleanly as possible.
  • Keep an eye on your chimney. If you are generating a lot of smoke that means that the combustion is not complete enough and that you are creating a lot of pollutants. This can lead to chimney fires.
  • Do not burn trash in your wood burning stove. This creates more pollution. Also avoid questionable, moldy wood.

We hope that this information is helpful and that you enjoy your wood burning season. If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your wood burning stove be sure to call HB Energy Solutions. We’ll help you get the most out of the wood burning stove in your Springfield VT home.