Wood Heat is Nature's Choice

If you are one of the increasing number of people who are concerned about the environment, a wood heating system is the right choice for you. Unlike systems that rely on fossil fuels, wood is a totally renewable resource that, when burned, results in no net carbon dioxide increase and helps reduce your carbon footprint. Carbon dioxide is part of the natural plant-growth cycle and occurs naturally when trees are allowed to rot on the forest floor.  

 On the other hand, fossil fuels, when burned, release carbon dioxide that otherwise would stay trapped in the earth. The burning of fossil fuels causes a net increase in carbon dioxide, which is believed to be responsible for the heat-trapping greenhouse effect. In addition, harvesting firewood has pruning effect on forests, and allows new growth to flourish. The wood you burn most likely comes from your local area -- it's not imported, as is often the case with oil.

ELIMINATES YOUR HEATING BILL...

For many owners that cut their own wood, or use scrap wood, they can entirely eliminate their heating bills.

Central Boiler, in partnership with our industry association, the Hearth, Patio and Barbeque Association (HPBA), recommends following the Outdoor Furnace Best Burn Practices.

Using wood as a heating fuel is endorsed by the U.S. Forestry Service. By burning wood, a renewable resource, an average home will save enough nonrenewable fossil fuel to operate an automobile for a full year.

Central Boiler outdoor wood furnaces provide the warmth, comfort, and economic advantages of burning wood -- without the mess, inconvenience, and dangers posed by indoor burning.

Safety is a major consideration when it comes to burning wood as a heat source. An estimated 73,800 home heating fires in 1994 killed 487 people and injured almost 2,000 people. But Central Boiler outdoor furnaces remove the fire hazard from the home or building being heated -- all burning takes place remotely, up to 500 feet away. There’s no indoor burning, indoor smoke, and no threat of a devastating chimney fire. Also, indoor burning can affect air quality, and even create a dangerous buildup of carbon monoxide. With a Central Boiler outdoor furnace, these problems are eliminated. You get clean, comfortable warmth -- and peace of mind. All Central Boiler outdoor furnace models have been tested and listed to UL and CSA standards.

Energy costs are a major household or business expenditure, especially in harsher winter climates. As a fuel source, wood -- in addition to being readily available and totally renewable -- is also very inexpensive compared to other fuel sources. In fact, the energy savings realized by heating with a Central Boiler outdoor furnace can often pay back the purchase price in the first two years. By adding a domestic water-to-water heat exchanger, a Central Boiler outdoor furnace can also provide all of your hot water. You can then turn your water heater off and realize big savings on your electric or gas bill. Over a ten-year period, a homeowner or business may save $20,000 to $100,000 or more on heating costs.

Central Boiler outdoor furnaces’ energy efficient designs maximize the combustion and heat transfer process for better heat delivery. In other words, Central Boiler outdoor furnaces burn more completely and efficiently, and transfer more of the heat generated to your home. Current owners of Central Boiler outdoor furnaces report that they are using up to 25% to 70% less wood compared to traditional wood furnaces or other brands of outdoor wood furnaces. Indoor wood stoves can be less efficient because heated indoor air used for combustion is sent out the chimney, causing cold air to be drawn into the house to replace it.

Your home is one of your biggest investments. It’s where your family spends a considerable amount of time. And you spend a considerable amount of money making it comfortable and enjoyable. Firewood can be dirty, moldy and riddled with insects which can create a mess in your home. Burning wood indoors means smoke, ashes, odors, and eventual buildup of soot on walls and ceilings. With a Central Boiler outdoor furnace, you avoid all of these problems because you don’t have to bring firewood inside, and all burning takes place remotely. Many Central Boiler outdoor furnace owners have also noticed that eliminating indoor burning has helped alleviate respiratory and allergy problems caused by exposure to moldy firewood, smoke, and ashes.

Continuous stoking of wood is a necessary part of fireplace and wood stove use. If you don’t have the time or energy to continually babysit these heat sources, a Central Boiler outdoor furnace is your low-maintenance alternative. Since Central Boiler outdoor wood furnaces can burn larger pieces of wood they can dramatically reduce time spent preparing the wood. The large firebox door is designed for easy loading of wood and removal of ash.

Source: Central Boiler