Seasonal upkeep
Clean the pellet stove and its vent
Before the season, clean the vent pipe, heat exchanger and blower, and replace worn gaskets (or have a sweep do it). While it's in use, empty the ash and scrape the burn pot every few days.
- How often
- Once a year
- When
- September
- Who and what it costs
- DIY · about an hour, or a pro for $100 to $250
Not every home needs this one. DwellTended only puts it on your plan if your house has what it applies to.
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