Free Stove & Fireplace Buyer’s Guide | Compare Wood, Gas & Pellet Models

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Upgrading your hearth this season? If you’re looking to zone heat your living space or finally stop relying on outdated home heating systems, choosing the right product starts with knowing your options.

The free Fall/Winter Buyer’s Guide makes it easy to compare wood, gas, and pellet models side by side—costs, fuel types, installation, maintenance, and more—so you can heat smarter and make the best decision for your home.

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Compare fuel types and model categories side by side
Understand placement options, venting, and heat coverage
Learn what to expect for upkeep and day-to-day use
Includes a printable checklist for your showroom visit

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Why Download This Guide?

This guide is made for:

Homeowners replacing an old stove, fireplace or insert
Remodelers adding a hearth to an existing room
Families weighing wood vs gas vs pellet models
Anyone curious about cost, maintenance or fuel access

Don’t guess. Get the facts. Make a confident, informed decision.

What’s the Difference?

Here’s a quick look at how wood, pellet and gas fuel types compare:

	Wood	Pellet	Gas
Experience	Traditional fire, hands-on	Automated feeding, consistent burn	Fast, push-button convenience
Fuel	Cordwood	Bagged pellets	Natural gas or propane
Placement	Needs chimney or venting path	Venting required	Flexible; can vent horizontally or up
Upkeep	Ash cleanup, chimney sweep	Hopper refills, occasional vacuum	Minimal; yearly check recommended
Use Case	Off-grid heat, ambiance	Steady heat, high output	Quick heat, low effort

The full guide dives deeper into these comparisons—with tips on sizing, venting, and what to ask before you buy.

What to Know Before You Buy

Which fuel type makes the most sense for your space and lifestyle
What installation looks like for different venting setups
How heat coverage differs by model and square footage
What kind of maintenance to expect in the first year and beyond
Which products are in stock and ready for install this season

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FAQs

Can I use a wood stove during a power outage?

Yes—wood stoves don’t rely on electricity, making them a great option for backup heat. Just be sure your venting is in good condition.

How often do pellet stoves need to be cleaned?

Expect to empty ash and vacuum the burn pot weekly during the heating season. An annual service is recommended.

Do gas stoves need a chimney?

No—many gas models can be vented directly through a wall or roof. The Buyer’s Guide covers common installation setups.

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Matt V.

"I can highly recommend Energysavers! All personnel that we dealt with was knowledgeable and kind. They replaced an old wood stove with a new one. The installation crew was on time and did an excellent job!"

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"Andrew, David, and Parker from Energysavers Inc came today to install a new wood stove including the piping to the ceiling and on the roof—the whole shebang!!! They were polite, respectful professionals. They were spot on with regard to how long the install would take to complete. They were neat and patient in showing the operational procedures of the stove as they lit the first fire in the stove for us. Great guys – great experience! We are very pleased with Energysavers service."

Lorraine D.

"From the first phone call to installation and afterward, these guys were great! Polite, professional and all around good people. The new stove looks great, and has had no issues. I was extremely impressed with how fast they were able to get me on the schedule and how fast they were able to do the job. Thanks so much!"

Steve S.

"This company is awesome. Ben the salesperson is so knowledgeable and easy to work with. Dave the installer is beyond excellent!! Totally professional and extremely neat and organized. He has to be the nicest installer I have ever had come to my house for any installation! He and his partner Austin did an awesome job and was such a pleasure to deal with. 100% satisfaction all around!! Great job! I love it!!"

Janet P.

“Outstanding customer service! A pleasure to work with all the people there. Nate is fantastic. Buying our second stove there now. Tops!”

Steve Wilson

“Great experience from the beginning. Ben was most informative and helpful on our new wood stove purchase, without pressure. Ben spent time explaining the various wood stoves to make a match with our needs. David and Andrew, the installers, were great. They were very professional. They answered my many questions, and I never felt rushed. I highly recommend Energysavers, Meredith NH.” 

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