Adirondack Stoves 
111 Nott Terrace 
Schenectady, NY 12308 
Ph. (518) 374-4723 
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frequently asked questions

Adirondack Stoves is pleased to offer answers to the most popular questions about efficient use of pellet stoves and fireplace inserts.

These responses are meant to be helpful, although we highly recommend you seek the assistance of a professional installation or service contractor like showroom">Adirondack Stoves with specific questions or concerns.

Pellet Stoves

How many square feet will a pellet stove heat?
Will my pellet stove work if the power goes out?
How much electricity does a pellet stove use?

Can a pellet stove be vented horizontally?
How long will a pellet stove burn without adding more fuel?
How often does a pellet stove need to be cleaned?
How much does the fuel cost and where can you get it ?
Will a pellet stove work off a thermostat?
Do pellet stoves make much noise?

How many square feet will a pellet stove heat?

Depending on the unit, a pellet stove can heat anywhere between 700 to 2500 square feet.

Will my pellet stove work if the power goes out?

The stove needs power to operate, but a generator or a battery back up system can be installed if power outages are common.

How much electricity does a pellet stove use?

Pellet stoves will use anywhere from 90 watts to 300 watts while in operation.

Can a pellet stove be vented horizontally?

A pellet stove can be vented horizontally very similar to a dryer.

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How long will a pellet stove burn without adding more fuel?

Most pellet stoves will burn between 30 and 50 hours before needing to have fuel added to the hopper.

How often does a pellet stove need to be cleaned?

The average pellet stove needs to have the ash removed every 3 to 7 days.

How much does the fuel cost and where can you get it ?

Pellet fuel is usually sold in ton lots. It ranges from $240 to $290 per ton, depending on quality. Many grocery stores, hardware, and lumber yards sell wood pellet fuel. At Adirondack Stoves, we sell only premium quality pellets which we always have available.

Will a pellet stove work off a thermostat?

Yes, a thermostat can be used to regulate the temperature.

Do pellet stoves make much noise?

All of the Enviro pellet stoves available at Adirondack Stoves feature the the patented Run Quiet system.

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Note: This information is intended as an aid and does not supercede any local, provincial or state requirements. Check with officials or authorities having jurisdiction in your area.

Adirondack Stoves is a licensed Enviro dealer, offering wood stove, freestanding fireplace and fireplace insert sales, installation and service throughout Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Saratoga, Troy and surrounding areas.

Want to know if you are in our service area? Call us at (518) 374-4723 or visit our showroom today! (link showroom to contact page)

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Adirondack Stoves provides environmentally friendly, safe and efficient heating alternatives such as gas, wood, pellet and coal stoves and gas fireplaces, wood fireplaces, pellet fireplaces, fireplace inserts, sales, installation and service to upstate New York ’s Albany , Schenectady , Saratoga , Troy , NY , capital district region.

Adirondack Stoves is an authorized Enviro and Keystoker dealer.

 

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111 Nott Terrace, Schenectady NY 12308
(518) 374-4723
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