I have decided to take the plunge and go from a standard wood burning fireplace to a more efficient insert or stove. I live in a tri level 1600 sqft home and the fireplace is in the basement. I would like to be able to fit a wood stove in my fireplace but i think it is to small. The dimensions of the fireplace are 30 1/2 W 26 H and 29 D. I am not looking to heat exclusively with wood just help heat the 800 sq ft basement and lower my gas bill. I like the englander 13NCI and possibly any small stove under $1000. Any help is appreciated, thanks.