Stove Installation Costs in 2025
Wood burning stoves have become increasingly more poplar not only in houses but also in so many different small spaces. We have seen gas and electricity bills continuously rising, and people are becoming more aware of how wood stoves can really save them money in the long run on heating bills. This article is a complete detailed breakdown of wood burning stove installation cost in 2025, including the price of the stove, flue kit or chimney liner, preparation and installation and ongoing maintenance.
Wood Burning Stove Installation Costs into a Chimney/House
- The installation cost: (including the stove) ranges from £700 – £3500. On average £2000. The overall amount you pay will depend on several factors such as:
- The installer who fits your stove
- If your home already has a chimney and if it needs lining. See here for our Fireplace Installation Kits.
- If you need a hearth installed
- Hearth: if you need a new hearth, this can cost £50–£400 depending on materials (tiles, slate, stone)
- Heatshielding: depending on your distance to combustibles, you may need to purchase additional heatsheilding such as our heatshields at £75 each. You may also need to shield your walls with a heatproof material such as vermiculite boards costing around £30 each.
- Carbon monoxide detector: (mandatory), costing about £15–£30 .
- Consistent supply of logs: if you can source free or cheap freshly cut logs and have space to season them you will be saving even more money! If not, You will need to buy seasoned logs, kiln-dried logs or eco logs. The price will vary depending on where you purchase your logs from and what time of year. We suggest purchasing your logs in the spring/summer seasons as they tend to be cheaper then. According to this article, the average person will use 3.5 cubic meters of wood (if used from mid-October to mid-April). A cubic meter of kiln dried logs costs between £120 – £140. Meaning you could be spending between £420 – £490 for the winter. When compared with the cost of gas and electricity, this is a huge saving!
- Maintenance cost: you will need to give your stove a deep annual clean. Checking the bricks, baffle, glass and any other internal parts that might need replacing. You will also need to get your chimney sweeped at least once a year. We suggest just after summer or just before the winter season. Costing on average £70.
Wood Burning Stove Installation Costs into a Temporary Dwelling
The cost to install a stove into a temporary dwelling such as a shepherds hut, cabin, caravan, canal boat, van etc. can vary widely depending on the type of stove, the level of insulation and fireproofing required, and whether professional installation is needed or preferred. Here’s a breakdown of potential costs in the UK installation a Hobbit Stove into a space like this. On average, you will need to budget around £1500 for a Hobbit Stove and around £3000 for The Little Range Cookstove for a DIY installation.
| Item | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Hobbit Stove | £810 – £865 |
| The Little Range Cookstove | £2450 |
| Flue kit / Chimney pipe | £500 – £800 |
| Fireproof hearth / Wall protection | £50 – £400 |
| Heat resistant hearth | £50 – £400 |
| Installation (professional) | £200 – £800 |
| Installation (DIY) | Free! |
| Carbon monoxide alarm | £15 – £30 |
| HETAS certification if needed | Included with some installs or £100-£200 |
Advantages of a Wood Burning Stove
- A wood burner costs on average 15% less than gas central heating.
- Extremely efficient – our Hobbit Stove is 81.4% efficient and The Little Range Cookstove is 85.7%.
- Environmental friendliness – dry, seasoned wood is considered a carbon neutral fuel. The amount of carbon dioxide released when wood is burned is the same amount that trees absorb while growing.
- Increases house value – wood burning stoves contribute to increasing property value due to their efficiency and potential for energy cost savings.
- Mood enhancer – there is evidence that having a wood burning stove in your home can increase your serotonin levels. Therefore improving your mood and reducing stress levels. There is nothing quite like the calming ritual of lighting your Hobbit Stove, or Little Range Cookstove cosying up in front of it and listening to the soft crackles whilst being immersed in the orange glow that fills the room.
