Hello, I must first say that I have searched the site and seem similar postings, but wanted a little more info. We purchased a home in the last year and it has a Scandia wood burning insert. Several posters say these are typically knock-offs and are good for scrap metal and or planters. My questions: A) Are there any good Scandia wood burning inserts? B) Should I even spend the money to have a professional come inspect it (one poster stated must pros don't even know what they are looking at when it comes to these)? C) If it is junk, thoughts on removing the insert and restoring the original fireplace or installing a new wood-burning insert? Gas prices are KILLING me and wood is cheap and plentiful.
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!