Owning a Wood Pellet Stove: 101

Here are some basic tips for owning your first wood pellet stove.

Always begin by reading the owner’s manual that came with the stove. Every brand is slightly different and therefore may have different maintenance tips.
If you are having a problem lighting the wood pellet stove, there are a few things to consider:
- Is the exhaust clear of all build-up?
- When was the last time the stove received professional maintenance?
- Could it be the wood pellets?
Always plug your wood pellet stove into a surge protector, not directly into an outlet. Make sure to use a surge protector, not a power strip.
If you want high-quality results, do not use low-quality pellets. Low-quality pellets will produce more ash, and burn for a shorter period of time, compared to high-quality pellets.

A properly maintained wood pellets stove, running on high-quality wood pellets, will warm your home for years to come.