When buying a pellet stove, we often focus on its design or heat output, but forget that the “flue system” is the lungs of the system. A poor installation not only voids the warranty but also reduces the efficiency of your Ecoforest stove and can compromise the safety of your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The price of a professional installation in Spain typically ranges from \u20ac450 to \u20ac1,500<\/strong>. Why such a wide range? Here is a breakdown of the components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not all flue pipes are the same. Regulations require high-quality stainless steel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An authorised installer does more than just “fit pipes”. They calculate the draught, ensure the system is airtight and make sure it complies with the RITE<\/strong> (Regulation on Thermal Installations in Buildings).<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is the final step, when an Ecoforest technician checks the installation, calibrates the combustion settings for the type of pellet used and validates the warranty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For your stove to run like clockwork, your installation quote should cover these three essentials:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is the number-one requirement under Spanish regulations. Discharging flue gases through an external wall is generally not permitted<\/strong>, except in very specific circumstances and subject to strict municipal regulations. The flue gases must always be discharged above roof level to ensure particles disperse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ecoforest stoves are highly efficient, but they need oxygen to burn the pellets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have wooden or laminate flooring, you must install a protective base<\/strong> (tempered glass or steel) to prevent damage from heat or any ash that may fall when you open the door. Likewise, if the stove is installed near plasterboard or wooden walls, you must maintain a safe distance or install suitable thermal insulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trying to save money on installation is the most common mistake. A poorly sealed pipe or insufficient draught will cause your stove glass to get dirty constantly, pellet consumption to soar or airflow errors to appear on the display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Materials (flue kit)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Comparison of installation scenarios (2026)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Item<\/strong><\/td> Basic installation (flat\/ground floor)<\/strong><\/td> Complex installation (two-storey home)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead> Length of pipe (approx.)<\/strong><\/td> 2-3 metres<\/td> 6-8 metres<\/td><\/tr> Technical difficulty<\/strong><\/td> Direct outlet through the roof<\/td> Passing through floor slabs and routing around obstacles<\/td><\/tr> Materials (stainless steel)<\/strong><\/td> \u20ac200 \u2013 \u20ac400<\/td> \u20ac500 \u2013 \u20ac900<\/td><\/tr> Labour<\/strong><\/td> \u20ac250 \u2013 \u20ac450<\/td> \u20ac500 \u2013 \u20ac800<\/td><\/tr> ESTIMATED TOTAL<\/strong><\/td> \u20ac450 \u2013 \u20ac850<\/strong><\/td> \u20ac1,000 \u2013 \u20ac1,700<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Essential technical requirements for your installation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Flue outlet above the roof<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Outdoor air intake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Protecting floors and walls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Factors that can increase the cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Conclusion: Cutting corners on biomass installation can be costly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n