Pellet Usage Winter 2024-2025

Time for monthly count of pellet usage for this heating season.

The first month of counting comes with a disclaimer for my circumstances. I usually have completely empty hoppers at the beginning of the season (and that was the case this year), and top off the hoppers before I do a count of my stacks. Since both of my stoves have hopper extensions, that can lead up to about 3.5 bags that I haven't actually "used" yet. But by the next count, it will all come out in the wash.

This year I know I didn't use any pellets earlier than October since I didn't even unplug exhausts/OAKs until 10/6/24. Some years I can start as early as September although it is less likely now that I have a mini split for the main floor and the basement will hold usually hold its temp to about 64*. So far I've use the mini split to take care of the main floor's daytime heating (except that 1 super windy day a week back). I'm fortunate in that I'm in a position that I can pick and choose how to heat the main floor depending on my mood and how I feel, so it can change throughout the season

So, as of November 1, 2024, I have taken 11 bags from my stash so far this year.