What You Can Do About Wood Smoke
Burning Cleanly
-Operate wood stoves efficiently
-Check air quality conditions before deciding to burn
-Burn small, hot fires and never let a fire smolder
-Never burn the wrong fuels, only burn dry wood or pellet logs mixed with wood
-Follow your stove's user manual
-Have your wood stove inspected and serviced annually by a qualified technician
Types of Wood Stoves
-Catalytic Stoves ( 4.1 grams per hour emission limit)
-Non-Catalytic Stoves ( 7.5 g/hr emission limit)
Homeowner Assistance Programs
Buying the Right Wood Stove
-Talk to a wood stove dealer
-Select the right type and size for your home
-Check the EPA White Label on the back of each stove
-Have your new stove professionally installed
Signs Your Wood Stove Could Use Updating
-Solid doors indicating it pre-dates 1990
-Requires frequent feedings
-Smoke inside your home or leaving the chimney
-Dusty conditions in your home when burning
-Watery eyes or stuffy noses