An absence of heat during a power failure is inconvenient enough, but for those who live in cold regions, it may be very unpleasant or hazardous. You may, nonetheless, employ different heat sources to keep your home warm. In this article, we’ll show you how to heat your house without electricity, with options for heat sources other than electric heaters that you may buy as a backup in case something goes awry.

Wood Stoves

You may install a wood stove in your house if you are without heat for an extended period and have lots of firewood to use as fuel. Some wood stoves will require electricity so be sure to get one that does not. The wood stove will need to have its own chimney. This installation process will take some time, but you will have a consistent supply of heat for warmth and cooking.

Coal Stoves

Coal may appear to be out of date, yet it is still the primary energy source for hundreds and thousands of households across the country. Furthermore, as compared to other kinds of energy, coal costs are very consistent. It is also much easier to use than wood!  You can also get a coal stove that operates without electricity. The draft created by your chimney pulls fresh air into the fire and then pushes the exhaust up and out.

There are several benefits to using coal stoves to heat up your home:

  • Coal can be easily stored. Whereas wood takes up a lot of space and can contain bugs or decay, coal is more compacted for the quantity of energy it provides and isn’t prone to rotting or bugs.
  • Can be purchased in bulk at a reasonable price. For easier bulk buying, several firms provide coal in sacks or simple dump-and-go delivery. Some businesses will drill your coal into a gravity storage facility. A ton of coal is around 40 cubic feet.
  • A considerable amount of energy is released by coal. Anthracite coal burns cleanly with no smell or smoke. Additionally, a coal-burning furnace loses lesser heat since it heats water rather than air.
  • It is a heat source that operates round-the-clock. Unlike most other energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydro, coal is not impacted by the environment or the amount of sunlight available in a day.

Portable Gas Heaters

Propane is an ideal fuel to heat the house during an emergency. There are some safety precautions to take if you want to use a portable propane heater. One thing to note is that the propane heating device you buy must be suitable to be used indoor. The gas source must be attached to the heating device outside and brought in, so that there is no danger of propane leakage in your home. One advantage of the propane gas is that it has an indefinite shelf life.

It’s important to prepare alternate heat sources before emergencies happen, such as during power failures. It’s also wise to plan ahead of time for energy losses in the winter. Preparing for emergencies and a colder temperature way in advance can help you stay nice and warm, so there’s no harm in spending all that effort way beforehand.