Avoid stovepipe accessories such as heat reclaimers or extractors. They reduce pipe temperatures, adding to creosote buildup. Only employ professionals to clean your chimney. Store ashes in a metal container with a tight lid outside the house. Maintain adequate ventilation when using a wood stove.
Combustion consumes valuable oxygen.
Never start a fire with any flammable liquid or use an artificial log in the stove. Take care when adding wood or removing ashes. Stand to the side and use insulated gloves. Each HouseMaster office is independently owned and operated. Not all services are available at every location.