Options for Stoker in Basement With No Flu Currently

TdiDave · Post by **TdiDave** » Sat. Jan. 31, 2009 11:26 pm

I have been shopping for a stoker stove to install in my basement (5 foot below grade). Currently I have no flu (heating with a heat pump).
What would be my best option?
A standard stoker such as the Harman Magnum Stoker with some type of power vent system
or the DVC-500 direct vent stove.

Freddy · Post by **Freddy** » Sun. Feb. 01, 2009 5:03 am

I'd go with the direct vent as it uses less electricity.

WNY · Post by **WNY** » Sun. Feb. 01, 2009 7:15 am

Either will use electricity and run 24/7, weather a power vent or direct vent. Direct vent are mounted on the stove and push the exhaust outside, the power vents are mounted on the outside and Pull the exhaust. Either would work.

Post by **Richard S.** » Sun. Feb. 01, 2009 8:08 am

Truthfully I think the best thing to do is build a chimney if possible. Larger initial investment but it will pay for itself in few years. You have the initial extra cost of the venter, I think they cost about $20 a month run and laslty the coal puts a beating on them.... Keep in mind you're not buying a gimmick heater, the stoker will last for decades.