Napoleon 1900 or Pacific Energy Alderlea T5

[BENGRFF99]

Hi,

I'm having trouble deciding between the two. I live in northern Maine, and am looking to heat my home solely with wood. I live in a small two story home. The approx. square footage is 1200. Temps can be as cold as -50 below during the Winter. We are tired of being cold all winter long. I have no problem with inside temps reaching 85, 90, etc... it would actually be a nice change. Would either of these stoves be capable of heating my home to comfortable (t shirt & shorts) levels? My home has average insulation. Any input would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks, Ben

 

[begreen]

The 1900 is a 3 cu ft stove. the T5 is 2 cu ft. Best to compare it to the 3 cu ft PE Summit or Alderlea T6 and not the T5. Both will do the job, though maybe overkill in the shoulder seasons. I would expect the Napoleon to cost less, but the T6 to be a bit less intense in close quarters.

I've never experienced -50 nevermind trying to heat a house in those arctic conditions. Best to ask the folks that live in central Canada, MN, and AK. Blaze King Stoves are also popular for folks that need 24/7 heat in cold climates.

 

[KeithO]

Get a Blaze King stove for the longest burn times. The looks can be a problem with the woman of the house. The non catalytics are too peaky, so less comfortable to live with.

 

[Jimbob]

Hi,

Temps can be as cold as -50 below during the Winter. We are tired of being cold all winter long.

A Summit or Summit classic, Or Alderlea T-6 would easily keep up with your heating needs.

It might pay to upgrade your insulation, and windows if you can afford it....
I didn't know Maine got that cold.

{edit}I just re-read your post, so I deleted the question about how well your house is insulated.

 

[BENGRFF99]

Thanks for the input guys. Yes, Maine can get that cold. I live right on the Canadian border, across from Edmundston.

 

[Jimbob]

You should be able to find a good deal on a P.E. in NB.