New Home in Colorado, Considering Coal for Heat
Posted: Sun. Jan. 04, 2009 7:08 pm
Hello, I am new to the Coal Forum. I work as a mining engineer at a coal mine in Colorado. As an employee I am entitled to 10 tons of free stoker coal. (about 11,500-12,000 BTU coal). This spring I am planning on building a new home on 35 acres. I am planning on building a small 1500 sq ft home with possible additions in the future. The area is pretty rural and the majority of the homes use propane as the main heat source. I would like to take advantage of the free coal and try something different. My wife loves the idea of radiant heating. I have a few questions.
How much does a coal boiler cost? Is it better to have them inside or outside?
Is radiant heating a resonable way to heat a home?
How long can the boiler be left unattended?
How often does the ash need to be emptied?
Can the coal loading be completely automated?
How much coal does is take to heat a home for one year? (just an estimate)
I have a ton of questions so I'm sure I will be asking more but I think this is a good start. Thank you very much for sharing some coal boiler knowledge with me.
Thanks,
Parker
How much does a coal boiler cost? Is it better to have them inside or outside?
Is radiant heating a resonable way to heat a home?
How long can the boiler be left unattended?
How often does the ash need to be emptied?
Can the coal loading be completely automated?
How much coal does is take to heat a home for one year? (just an estimate)
I have a ton of questions so I'm sure I will be asking more but I think this is a good start. Thank you very much for sharing some coal boiler knowledge with me.
Thanks,
Parker