And according to Pace University data, wood is the most environmentally unfriendly fuel you can burn. Medical studies indicate airborne soot can be very damaging to one s health and improper operation can cause dangerous carbon monoxide fumes. Outlawed in many states because of safety concerns, these heaters have the added drawback of running on a special fuel called K-1 or white kerosene. In addition, few dealers carry these products which makes availability limited. If it needs service or cleaning, it usually must be removed from the living space.
Life expectancy is short and replacement parts are very expensive.
Plus, propane is not allowed to pass through certain bridges and tunnels or be installed in basements in some areas. Oil fired System 2000. System 2000, designed and built in America, features a low mass, compact oil boiler integrated with a heavily insulated hot water storage tank and a solid state control panel, called the System Manager. It provides virtually unlimited hot water and offers zone control, allowing you to maximize cost savings while comfortably heating all areas of your home including additions, basement playrooms, Jacuzzis, hot tubs, even entire swimming pools. And it comes with a limited lifetime warranty.