Safe wood heating guidelines for stoves and chimneys
Guidance on selecting stove size, proper installation, and burning practices to reduce creosote buildup and carbon monoxide risk. Emphasizes using well seasoned wood, small hot fires, timely reloading, and catalytic stoves while ensuring proper draft and clean chimneys. Includes cautions about basement placement and blocked chimneys.
Lower thermostat saves heat and money in homes
A guide explains how raising or lowering the thermostat affects annual heating costs. It compares setting levels from 20 to 22 degrees C, notes typical manual 24 V thermostats, and suggests optimal placement away from drafts and heat sources. It also covers manual and automatic setback thermostats, nightly reductions, and routine checks to prevent outages.