Wood Heating

There are many different types of wood stoves for home use. Some are more efficient and can reduce energy costs, while some are used more for aesthetic purposes. There are also many different sources of fuel, such as corn, fuel pellets and wood. The following web sites can provide you with helpful information to ensure you have a safe, efficient, and enjoyable wood heating experience!

Washtenaw County Home Heating Web Page
Information on wood burning safety and best practices.
American Lung Association on Wood Burning
Potential pollutions concerns and health effects of wood burning.
EPA: Cleaner Burning Fireplaces
Information on heating efficiency and installing a fireplace insert.
EPA: Wood Burning Efficiency and Safety
Tips on wood burning safety and on how to build an efficient fire.
EPA: Health Effects of Wood Smoke
Short-term and long-term effects of exposure to smoke from wood burning.
National Fireplace Institute
Information and fact sheets on the various types of heating appliances, as well as lists of certified professionals.
State of Washington's Department of Ecology (PDF)
Publication on the health effects of wood smoke.

For more information, please contact Jeff Krcmarik.

Wood Heating

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