Buying a pellet stove in Bilzen
Are you looking to buy a pellet stove in Bilzen? We deliver and install throughout Limburg, including Bilzen – which has a population of around 32,000 – and the surrounding municipalities. Below, you can find out how much a pellet stove costs in Bilzen, what output is suitable for your home, and why homes here are often well-suited to pellet heating.
Why choose a pellet stove in Bilzen?
Bilzen is a merged municipality in Haspengouw with many detached and semi-detached houses, and a historic centre centred around the River Demer. This is relevant to your choice, as the type of property determines the capacity you need and how much storage space you have for your pellets.
The rule of thumb: allow for approximately 0.08 kW per cubic metre of space to be heated, assuming standard insulation. A 40-square-metre living room with a ceiling height of 2.5 metres would therefore require around 8 kW. With good insulation, this figure can be reduced by a third. If you’re unsure, have a look at which pellet stove is suitable or request a quote.
How much does a pellet stove cost in Bilzen?
The price of the appliance is only part of the story. Always take the full picture into account, including the flue and installation.
| Post | Indications |
|---|---|
| Freestanding pellet stove | 1,200 to 4,500 euros |
| Built-in pellet stove | 2,000 to 5,000 euros |
| Central heating pellet stove or pellet boiler | 3,500 to 7,000 euros |
| Flue or chimney lining | 600 to 2,000 euros |
| Installation and connection | 300 to 800 euros |
When installing in a property more than ten years old, the following generally applies in Belgium: reduced VAT rate of 6% instead of 21%, where delivery and installation are carried out by a registered contractor. Further details can be found at how much a pellet stove costs, including installation.
Also active in the neighbouring municipalities of Bilzen
Travelling from Bilzen, we pass through the following neighbouring municipalities. The distances are as the crow flies from the town centre.
| Municipality | Distance |
|---|---|
| Hoeselt | 6 km |
| Riemst | 9 km |
| Zutendaal | 8 km |
| Diepenbeek | 9 km |
| Genk | 11 km |
| Lanaken | 12 km |
| Tongeren | 12 km |
| Kortessem | 12 km |
Click through to the local authority closest to you to find out about the specific situation there.
What type of stove is suitable for a home in Bilzen?
| Situation | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Spacious living room, with an existing fireplace | Freestanding appliance with a power rating of 8 to 10 kW, see our full range of pellet stoves |
| A fireplace you want to reuse | Built-in appliance, see built-in pellet stoves |
| Limited floor space | Slim fit, see narrow pellet stoves |
| Heating the whole house using radiators | Central heating stove or boiler, see pellet boilers and central heating stoves |
| Multiple rooms from a single device | Ducted unit, 10 to 12 kW |
If you do not yet have a suitable flue, please check first whether you you need a flue for a pellet stove. In Bilzen, this is often the deciding factor in the total cost.
Pellets in Bilzen
A pellet stove runs on 6 mm compressed wood pellets. If you use it daily, you can expect to use around one 15 kg bag per day in the depths of winter, or roughly one to two tonnes per heating season when used as a supplementary heat source. View the range pellets and the current prices per bag, half-pallet and full pallet.
Important for storage: a full pallet weighs around 975 kg and takes up roughly one square metre. It must be stored indoors in a dry place. If you don’t have that much space, a half-pallet is the more practical choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you supply pellet stoves in Bilzen?
Yes. We deliver and install throughout Limburg, including Bilzen and the neighbouring municipalities of Hoeselt, Riemst, Zutendaal and Diepenbeek.
How much does a pellet stove cost in Bilzen?
A freestanding model costs between 1,200 and 4,500 euros, whilst a built-in model costs between 2,000 and 5,000 euros. On top of that, add between 600 and 2,000 euros for the flue and between 300 and 800 euros for installation. For properties over ten years old, VAT is usually charged at 6%.
How much heating capacity do I need for a house in Bilzen?
Allow for approximately 0.08 kW per cubic metre with standard insulation. A living room measuring 40 square metres with a ceiling height of 2.5 metres would require around 8 kW. If in doubt, err on the side of caution: a stove that is too large will run continuously at minimum power and therefore perform less efficiently.
Do I need a chimney for a pellet stove in Bilzen?
You will need a suitable flue. This could be an existing chimney that is lined, or a new double-walled flue. An existing open-hearth chimney is almost always too wide and requires a liner of the correct diameter.
How many pellets do I use in Bilzen?
If you’re using a pellet boiler to provide supplementary heating for a living room, you’ll need 1 to 2 tonnes per heating season – that’s one to two full pallets. If you’re heating your entire home with pellets, you should allow for 2 to 4 tonnes.
