Posted by Ron-MO on August 16, 2014 at 08:39:43 from (174.131.234.127):
In Reply to: outdoor wood furnace posted by WV 2cyl on August 16, 2014 at 05:32:06:
I purchased the furnace in the link (actually changed some since then), in 2008. I had looked hard at the Hardy, but was told by someone that had ran both that the Heatmaster used far less wood than a Hardy. I disagree with those that burn green wood, as I was told the same and did so for the first few years until I learned better. I now only cut dead wood, or let it dry well, and I probably use half the wood I did when I put green in it. I also heat my hot water. I can agree that if you do not like cutting wood, going outdoors in all sorts of weather, you would not enjoy one. I am all in it for the cost savings, or I would not own one, but this furnace saves me a LOT of $$ over the course of a year. I figure it paid for itself in 5 years, and I have had very little problems with it so far - other than a door gasket which I purchased locally and made myself. Not sure how well I will like it as I get older, but I can always install something else when the time comes. Wife does enjoy the endless supply of very hot water that it provides which is a side benefit. Geothermal would definitely not help with the hot water my wife likes to use during the winter months. One thing I can comment on is that I still do not buy into those that say they can refuel only once a day - maybe on a sunny 50 degree day, but when it is cloudy, and stays below freezing during the day, I have to put wood in at least twice, and usually a third time. My normal day is check/fill when I get up, again when I get home from work, then again before going to bed. Keep in mind, depending on the weather, I may not have to refuel or add much during those checks, but get in the habit.
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