I like Woodstocks but I think in your climate and a home of your size the Fireview may come up a bit short.. The Progress would heat your home easily but you can't get one for a while.. This leads me to agree with Leavee about the Englander NC-30.. I have read many people here rave about them and apparently they come with a free blower now making it an even better deal.. I think they look pretty nice and are solidly built with good support and decent part prices that even go on sale.. If you like the looks of the NC-30 maybe you should consider them and take a ride and see one for yourself.. The PE Alderleas are nice heaters as well the Super series but the PE's are at least $1000.00 more.. From all the good things I read about the NC-30 here I would feel comfortable buying one and if you consider the NC-30 get the online manual to see what the hearth and clearance requirements are.. Any questions post away as there are plenty of knowledgeable people here.. Having met Dennis you know he is a straight shooter and a wealth of woodburning knowledge and all around good guy and he will give you solid advice..
Good luck,
Ray
Good luck,
Ray
If your place is that drafty, maybe think about the BK King. . .8" flue though. OTOH, after the Durango, you'd probably be very impressed with the Englander 30, and might live happily ever after with the $2500 you save. . .or swap it for a cat stove in due time. :cheese: The more I think about it, the more I like Bill's plan. It's always nice to get touchy-feely with something in the store before buying, but ordering online from HD = free delivery, and you might find better pricing by plugging in random zip codes.