make sure your log fires are working properly ahead of this winter's cold weather. Photo / File
make sure your log fires are working properly ahead of this winter's cold weather. Photo / File
Horizons Regional Council is asking homeowners to ensure their log fires are working properly ahead of this winter's cold weather.
A factsheet released by the council noted that use of the wrong materials, incorrect installation, and lack of maintenance could affect a fire's efficiency, costing the homeowner money or evendamaging their health.
An inefficient fire can also affect local air quality.
•The council recommends people do the following: •Insulate your home to prevent heat loss; •Burn dry firewood only, as it burns cleaner; •Have your chimney swept every year; •Don't burn treated wood, household waste or food scraps in your fire.
