Yup…I’m actually asking this question.
I’m asking here because I know NES doesn’t pull any punches when someone is about to do something stupid.
My geothermal system is working overtime with this arctic cold snap and I have some seasoned wood I split back in the late spring when I first bought the house. I have a ‘wonder wood’ stove that’s kinda like an ‘Ashley’ style and I hadn’t gotten around to inspecting/cleaning the flu just yet.
The stove has clearly seen VERY little use and the insulated pipe running up through the center of the house is very good quality.
I realize the danger is what could be inside the flu in the way of buildup that could be an issue, but how bad of an issue could this be?
Should I just throw all caution to the wind and fire this bitch up, or should I hold off and use it next winter after it’s been properly cleaned and inspected?
I’m asking here because I know NES doesn’t pull any punches when someone is about to do something stupid.
My geothermal system is working overtime with this arctic cold snap and I have some seasoned wood I split back in the late spring when I first bought the house. I have a ‘wonder wood’ stove that’s kinda like an ‘Ashley’ style and I hadn’t gotten around to inspecting/cleaning the flu just yet.
The stove has clearly seen VERY little use and the insulated pipe running up through the center of the house is very good quality.
I realize the danger is what could be inside the flu in the way of buildup that could be an issue, but how bad of an issue could this be?
Should I just throw all caution to the wind and fire this bitch up, or should I hold off and use it next winter after it’s been properly cleaned and inspected?
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