If you are using a fireplace, regularly have the chimney cleaned and serviced by a professional. Adequate ventilation is very important for preventing carbon monoxide poisoning make sure that a door or window is easily accessible from your wood-burning area.Ĭonsult a professional about proper installation of stove pipes.

For example, when installing a woodstove, situate it on a non-combustible surface such as a tile floor. Preventative care and a well-designed area for burning wood can reduce the likelihood of an unintended incident. This National Home Fire Safety Week, the Canada Safety Council is focusing on safe practices and reminding fireplace and woodstove users to think about safety before starting any fires.

But warm and cozy can quickly turn dangerous, destructive and deadly if your wood-burning unit is not properly installed or regularly maintained. There is comfort in the crackling sound of a wood-burning fireplace or stove on a cold winter’s night.