{"id":4375,"date":"2025-01-20T20:18:58","date_gmt":"2025-01-20T20:18:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/?p=4375"},"modified":"2025-01-20T20:18:58","modified_gmt":"2025-01-20T20:18:58","slug":"can-a-woodburning-stove-add-value-to-your-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/can-a-woodburning-stove-add-value-to-your-property\/","title":{"rendered":"Can a woodburning stove add value to your property?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The popularity of wood burning stoves, or \u2018log burners\u2019, has increased steadily over the last 10 years and it isn\u2019t hard to see why. Aesthetically, they provide an inviting, characterful focal point to your living space. Practically, they keep your home warm and toasty and are said to be three times as efficient as an open fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only can a wood burner be an economical way to heat your home (reducing your energy bills by around 10% according to some sources), but when used responsibly with properly sourced and seasoned wood, it can also be a cleaner option compared to certain fossil fuels. However, it’s important to note that wood burning still generates particulate emissions and is not carbon neutral, so having your stove professionally installed, ensuring good ventilation and choosing responsibly sourced fuel can all help to minimise its impact on air quality and the environment overall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But yes; in theory, a wood burning stove could <\/em>add as much as 5% in value<\/strong> to your property according to some estate agents we have polled. Of course, when considering the added value<\/a> of any changes you make to your home, you need to factor in the installation costs. When it comes to a wood burning stove, you are looking at an average cost of around \u00a33,000 for the stove and installation, according to Checkatrade<\/a>. Of course this is completely dependent on the stove model and the complexity of the job. <\/p>\n\n\n

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If you do <\/em>decide to go ahead with\na wood burning stove, what do you need to consider before taking the plunge? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n