Heating Stove

• Wood burning heating stoves are used in many Amish houses. The stove actually serves two purposes. Not only is it used to heat the home, the stove is used to cook as well. These wood burning stoves are generally found on the lower floor of the home since heat naturally rises. The amount of heat that can be produced is controlled by the type and quantity of fuel used.
  
  

Coal Heater

• In some Amish homes, you may find a coal furnace in the basement or cellar. The furnace will be attached to duct work in some cases, guiding heat to the second story in some of the newer houses. The coal furnace can also double as a stove during the hot summer months. This means a cooler kitchen than one on the main floor.
  
  

Kerosene Heater

• Another option available to the option is a kerosene heater or stove. Since there is no electricity required to burn kerosene, this makes another alternative. The Amish pride themselves in being thrifty and having items that can double up on value gives them another opportunity to save money.
  
  

Boiler

• The wood burning boiler is another way of producing heat in Amish homes. Much like the coal heater and stove, the boiler will often be found in the basement or cellar. One of the main differences is that the boiler is heating water, giving a more humid heat.
  
  

Solar

• Solar energy has started making an impression on Amish societies. Even though they refrain from tying into the major power grids, the Amish can see the benefits and self reliance created with solar energy. The main purpose for this use now is lights on their horse drawn buggies, to charge batteries for other tools and household items.