How Much Does It Cost To Install Decorative Pellet Stove Heating?
$2,148
Decorative Pellet Stove Heating Costs
The pellet stove is a modern version of traditional stove heating. The pellet fuel is “bio-fuel” typically made of wood or corn material. The combustion is very efficient and automatic pellet feeding is controlled by thermostat.
You will find that the cost to install average decorative pellet stove heating depends upon the unit size and heating capacity, decorative finish-grade, accessories, installation preparation and special requirements, and the labor rate.
In the following table the Labor Cost figure is what the able DIY person should expect to save by performing the installation.
Decorative pellet stove: provide and install the unit in on an exterior wall of a wood-frame house, and connect blower to existing electrical outlet. Include all related materials, supplies, transport, equipment, finish-trim, final adjustments, and clean-up.
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic: install the EPA approved stove including a 120 pound fuel hopper for 60 hours runtime, 120 CFM electric blower, thermostat, and elegant arched glass window-door. | $1,656 | each | 1 | $1,656 |
| Upgrade Moderate: additional to Basic; provide and install a 3" wall-vent to exterior with flue-pipe and all termination and trim pieces. | $265 | each | 1 | $265 |
| Upgrade Deluxe: additional to Moderate; provide and install a 40" six-sided decorative Tartara Tile Floor Hearth. | $413 | each | 1 | $413 |
| Material Cost | $2,334 | each | 1 | $2,334 |
| + Labor Cost (Basic) | $38 | per hour | 3 | $114 |
| + Labor Cost (Moderate) | $38 | per hour | 3 | $114 |
| + Labor Cost (Deluxe) | $38 | per hour | 1 | $38 |
| Total Cost | $2,600 | each | 1 | $2,600 |
Other considerations and costs
- Labor cost will rise with a “hidden” installation in a finished environment.
- These prices are for service in the immediate area of the provider.
- Taxes and permit fees are not included.
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DIY considerations
- This product is often supplied with DIY instructions.
References
- Craftsman Estimator Costbook, complete series year 2015.
- Latest prices found on Home Depot and other vendor Web sites.
- Literature review of DIY Web sites.
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Cost by city
- New York, NY$3,450
- Bronx, NY$2,835
- Brooklyn, NY$2,363
- Philadelphia, PA$2,948
- Washington, DC$2,558
- Atlanta, GA$2,315
- Miami, FL$2,105
- Fort Lauderdale, FL$2,205
- Minneapolis, MN$2,587
- Chicago, IL$3,014
- Houston, TX$3,109
- San Antonio, TX$2,087
- Austin, TX$2,363
- Denver, CO$1,996
- Phoenix, AZ$2,106
- Las Vegas, NV$2,312
- Los Angeles, CA$2,605
- San Diego, CA$2,364
- San Jose, CA$2,855
- Seattle, WA$2,090
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