DON'T—connect a wood stove to a chimney serving another appliance burning other fuels. DON'T—start a stove fire with flammable fluids, such as gasoline. DON'T—burn trash in a stove; doing so can start a chimney fire. DON'T—let a wood fire burn unattended or overnight.

3 Things to Consider Before Installing a Wood Burning Stove 3 Things to Consider Before Installing a Wood Burning Stove Choose the Right Heating Capacity for your Room Size. Choosing the right wood burning stove will depend on the size of your room. ... Have an Adequately Designed Chimney. ... Hire a WETT Certified Professional Before Installing a Wood Burning Stove.

Wood Burning Appliances - Canadian Home Inspection Services The building code requires that the top of the chimney extends not less than 1 m (3 ft.) above the point it exits the roof and 600 mm (2 ft.) higher than any roof, building or other obstacle within a horizontal distance of 3m (10 ft. ).