Very popular in recent years, this heating system, the merits of which are all the same a major drawback. Better to take it into account before you equip yourself and not forget it afterwards.
Their success continues to grow, in particular because of their energy efficiency, their ecological aspect and the savings they allow to achieve on heating. It is true that the increase in the cost of energy makes the French think and many of them seek economic alternatives. Cheaper than electricity or fuel oil, pellet stoves then enjoyed growing success. They offer high performance, homogeneous heat, automatic programming and financial aid is even available to reduce its installation cost. However, some new users are not completely seduced by their new device. The reason? Certain specificities of this heating means of which we little speak.
The pellet stove is often praised for its ease of use: automatic ignition, adjustable temperature, autonomy of several hours … But before equipping itself, there is a crucial detail that some may not appreciate. Unlike electric radiators or central heating, this type of device requires regular and quite restrictive maintenance. Every two or three days, you must empty the ash tank and suck up the residues using an ash vacuum cleaner to prevent them from accumulating and alter the proper functioning of the device. A classic vacuum cleaner is also often necessary, under penalty of seeing the dust disperse in the room. Not to mention regular cleaning of the glass and the compulsory annual cleaning carried out by a professional.
In addition to this constraint, other elements may cool certain users. The pellet stove works thanks to an engine that continuously supplies the hearth in pellets. Result: a sound blower and endless screw which can be disturbing, especially in a living room. Even so -called silent models remain audible.
Added to this is the dependence at the price of the pellets, which can fluctuate according to demand, and the need to store the bags of pellets in a dry place, which takes up space. So many points to consider before making your choice.
