- A free-standing non-EPA certified “stove”. A “homemade” or ‘barrel’ stove.
- A so-called “airtight” non-EPA certified fireplace insert, or tube type heat exchanger with a face plate and door (like the ‘Free Heat Machine’ or Welenco) that is currently installed in an open hearth fireplace.
- A non-EPA certified “wood furnace” (ducted, forced air, home heating appliance) - may only be replaced by an EPA certified wood furnace or Pellet furnace.
- A wood-burning Cook Stove
QUALIFYING PRODUCTS to REPLACE the non-EPA wood-burning appliances above:
- An EPA certified wood stove, a pellet stove, or a gas stove/fireplace
- An EPA certified wood insert, a pellet insert, electric insert or a gas insert
- An EPA certified factory-built wood fireplace - may only be accepted if it is replacing a NON EPA certified WOOD STOVE OR NON EPA certified WOOD INSERT (not an existing factory built fireplace).
- Value of rebates cannot exceed value of appliance!
WHAT DOES NOT QUALIFY as a Replacement Appliance:
(Program funding will not be provided to install these appliances.)
- Electric stoves or fireplaces
- Factory built (“zero clearance”) fireplaces.
- Wood cook stoves - Cook stoves are EPA exempt therefore are not covered by this program. They may be replaced by an EPA certified stove or other "non cooking" product within the qualification list above.
- Outdoor appliances (replacement unit must be installed in an area with 4 walls, ceiling and a door)
- Tin heaters/tent stoves - something NOT used in a residential application.
Still unsure? Email Tammy Keetch (Air Quality Educator) with your queries info@breatheasywilliamslake.org