What a pellet stove cleaning includes
- Cleaning the vent pipe and exhaust path
- Cleaning the heat exchanger, burn pot and ash traps
- Cleaning the combustion and convection blowers
- Checking the igniter, gaskets and door seal
- Checking the hopper and auger feed
Signs your pellet stove needs service
- Lazy, dark or sooty flames
- Smoke or a smell when the stove starts
- Frequent shutdowns or error codes
- Less heat output than it used to have
Frequently asked questions
How often should a pellet stove be professionally cleaned?
Most manufacturers recommend a full professional cleaning once a year, or roughly every ton or two of pellets, plus routine ash removal by the homeowner.
Can I install a pellet stove in Missoula?
Commercially manufactured pellet stoves are among the devices allowed inside the Missoula Air Stagnation Zone. Confirm permit requirements with Missoula Public Health before installing.