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A wood stove adds an unrivaled degree of charm and comfort to your home. This unique feature requires specific stove maintenance to operate reliably and safely. Follow the tips below to create a care plan that will ensure your stove is always ready to use and that you’ll be able to keep using it for years to come.

Tips for Maintaining a Wood Stove

1. Burn in the Suggested Range

Your wood stove will have a thermometer installed on the flue to let you know the burning temperature. For most products, the ideal range is between 300 and 400 degrees. Burning at temperatures higher than 400 degrees can create safety and air quality problems. To keep the temperature low, always burn small fires. If you notice you’re building the same sized fires but still experiencing temperature spikes, you’ll need to clean your stove.

2. Clean After Use

wood-stove-warming-trendsCleaning your wood stove is crucial for optimal use and safety. Use a vacuum to clean soot and ash once the fire has died. You should look for debris blocking the flue or ash that has built up on the air intake vents. Creosote, a build-up that forms in stoves and chimneys, can create fire hazards over time. It’s wise to schedule a professional wood stove cleaning before and after winter to avoid problems.

3. Schedule Inspections

A lot of factors affect how well your wood stove functions, and they aren’t always noticeable to anyone other than a professional. Schedule a yearly inspection, preferably in the fall, with a stove maintenance specialist. Professionals will test air intake and exhaust systems, inspect and repair parts, and perform other routine maintenance to ensure everything is working as it should. If any repairs or replacements are needed, they can handle them right away.

 

If you’re interested in adding a wood stove to your home, Warming Trends of Onalaska, WI, has several premium products to explore. Since 1991, this family-owned business has provided gas and wood fireplaces, grills, fireplace inserts, and more. Their team brings a combined 75 years of experience and can also assist with stove maintenance. Call (608) 783-6400 to speak with a sales associate and visit their website to explore their inventory.

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