The Wood Stove Exchange program is designed to help you replace your old wood stove with a new and clean source of home heat. Many factors influence which heat system will best fit your needs. Our staff can offer assistance in making that decision.
Once you are approved for a rebate, you will receive a list of program approved vendors where you can use your rebate. We encourage you to shop around and get multiple bids. Heating devices, services and warranties may vary between the vendors. For households receiving a free replacement, staff will work directly with you and an approved vendor or installer to prepare for the project.
*Please note: Photos are representational images of the various appliance types.
Electric ductless heat pump
Benefits
- Provides heating and air-conditioning
- Mounted on a wall; takes very little space
- Quiet operation
Cost
- $3,500-$4,500 for one zone
- Qualifies for a rebate of $1,500-$4,000, depending on household income
- Full cost may be covered for those who qualify for the $5,500 replacement grant
Pellet stove or insert
Benefits
- Efficient and easy to use. One pack of pellets provides several hours of steady heat. The auger automatically delivers the fuel to provide the heat you want.
- Bags of pellets are easy to store and mess-free.
- Cleaner than cut wood. Emits significantly less wood smoke pollution than wood fires.
- Approved for use during Washington County "RedDay Air Quality Advisories" (no-burn days)
- Back-up heat source, with battery or generator back-up to run the auger during power outages
Cost
- $3,400-$4,500
- Qualifies for a rebate of $1,500 - $4,000, depending on household income
- Full cost may be covered for those who qualify for the $5,500 replacement grant
Natural gas stove or insert
Benefits
- Back-up heat source, even in a power outage
- Efficient and even heat source
- Clean and soot-free
Cost
- $3,000-$4,500
- Qualifies for a rebate of $1,500 - $4,000, depending on household income
- Full cost may be covered for those who qualify for the $5,500 replacement grant
Gas furnace or electric heat pump
Benefits
- Delivers heat to the whole house
Costs
- Dependent on existing ducting in the home
- Qualifies for a rebate of $1,500 - $4,000, depending on household income
- Full cost may be covered for those who qualify for the $5,500 replacement grant, depending on existing duct work in the home
EPA certified wood stove (only available to those who qualify for a full-cost replacement grant)
Benefits
- Cleaner and more efficient than older and uncertified wood stoves
- Can operate during a power outage
Costs
- Full cost may be covered for those who qualify for the $5,500 replacement grant
