Outdoor Wood Boiler Walkthrough

In this video I'm going to do a walkthrough review of my Portage & Main outdoor wood boiler.

I've had this outdoor wood boiler for 7 years, as well as another one previously, and I can tell you that this non-gasifier outdoor wood boiler is my favorite for a number of reasons. Keep watching to see why I prefer a simple outdoor wood boiler like this over a downdraft gasifier, learn why this wood boiler is so simple to use, and why that makes it much more reliable long-term.

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[darrylt]

Been running my central boiler 22 years in alberta, saved thousands and thousands of dollars

[CarolinaOutdoorWoodstoves]

I am a Portage & Main distributor in North Carolina and I can honestly say this is one of the best videos I have seen of a customer explaining the process of how the woodstove works and some of the qualities that really set P&M apart. Well done sir! Folks, these woodstoves are really impressive, both in quality and efficiency.

[sylmarie]

I know absolutely nothing about the topics you talk about, but I come here to learn because I love your teaching style. I also love how calming your voice is. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I'm learning a great deal.🥰

[heribertocandelaria]

I was a Building superintendent in nyc where i had 2 boilers, hot water heating system. They worked exactly that this little boiler you have. On a larger scale obviously and mine were gas/#2 oil. Thank you for such a great vid

[roughready]

Finally a high quality video on one of these units. I will be buying one in a month.

[Sellarmusic]

I've followed you since you built your house and it was covered by Mother Earth News. I've also come to highly respect your well thought out projects and depth of knowledge on a lot of subjects. As luck would have it I've been considering on outdoor boiler installation as part of a new woodshed. Like you I also value simplicity, function, and value in everything I purchase these days. I believe this is the boiler for me. Thanks for sharing it.

[Camera-pv]

I have a Central Boiler Classic 5036 From 2008! It is simple and reliable! The new Classics are a pain in the butt I am told! Central Boilers!

[makerman]

Steve, great video, been heating with my BL2840 since 2013. Did a video for Brian back in 2013 covering the same topics and a few few mods that I did. Had an issue with the underground piping but was warranted from the manufacture in Barrie. Tks.

[pauldvorsky]

I'm interested in getting this set up.

[ajarthur]

Great video thanks! I've been spending quite a bit of time researching OWB units and the Portage & Main Ultimizer is currently at the top of my list. I've only seen one negative review about them and it sounded like the unit got wet inside due to overflowing water out the top of the filler. The seal was not good at the filler tube so after numerous times of overfilling his boiler the water worked its way down the inside of the unit. Something to watch for and prevent from happening i guess. With good care and maintenance I do think the Ultimizer is probably the best one to invest in for the best daily and longterm results. Again thanks for the well done review!

[rongray]

We are still debating on purchasing one of these units... thank you for the insight!

[gregoryhumphries]

I have a Central Boiler 2004 Model year. This is my twentieth year using outdoor boiler. Im 66 years old now and will replace it if it burns out.

[vertablue]

Great video, always wondered why people choose this option. Would be interesting in how your demands for heat are controlled and supplied by the boiler and its wood consumption. Thanks

[GrizC]

The design is exactly like a Heatmor 200 or 400 had one for 29 years. Heatmor might be more simple . Tops replaceable also. Great video of the portage Maine.
Is it 409 stainless .

[WoodchuckCanuck]

Hello from Nova Scotia. nice video. We've been exploring the option of getting a OWB for the house (big Lennox heat pump with whole house ducted furnace setup) and two shops. Wanting to purchase made local. P&M are on our radar.

[cwcw]

Iv'e been reserching boilers for about 3 years now and ill be getting the same one you have ..

[AllaroundNbackagain]

Great video.
We’re looking at building our retirement home and this will help. I’d like to suggest wearing an N95 mask while cleaning your stove, save your lungs.

[Crickelwood]

The first video I watched on your channel years ago was the video of your gasifier unit, it also looked great. What drove the replacement, was that one end of life?

[isaiah]

Just recently moved into a house with an outdoor wood boiler. How do I get enough wood ready for winter with short notice and how to handle having it prepped for next year and the years coming?
Trying to not have to buy any if not necessary. I’m in Kentucky so it’s not cold yet we are still having 80 degree days.

[Flat]

High water temperature sensor is called a aquastat