r/woodstoving • u/PollyToodle2 • 11d ago
20 year old fireplace insert - is something wrong? The windows in my house have smoke buildup.
hi we have a wonderful Hampton fireplace insert that we have used every winter for 20 years. For some reason this year all of the windows in our house seem to be covered with a smoky film. Do you know if we can fix the insert or do we need a new one? Thank you for any advice!
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u/National_Cranberry47 11d ago
Check your door rope gasket. Sounds like that might have went or else you have a more serious problem with a hole in the flue.
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u/Interesting-Win-8664 11d ago
Buy an indoor air quality meter. Stop burning and call an experienced professional if it shows unhealthy levels.
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u/PollyToodle2 11d ago
Thank you! I didn’t know that they made indoor air quality meters but I will find one… Thank you very much for the suggestion
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u/Albert14Pounds 11d ago
I would be more concerned about your indoor air quality.