{"id":2616,"date":"2019-12-20T11:01:31","date_gmt":"2019-12-20T17:01:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shieldagency.com\/?p=2616"},"modified":"2025-02-07T17:06:15","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T23:06:15","slug":"wood-burning-stove","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shieldagency.com\/blog\/wood-burning-stove\/","title":{"rendered":"Wood Burning Stove Family Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wood Burning Stove Family Safety<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shieldagency.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shield Insurance Blog\">Shield Insurance Blog<\/a> | Wood Burning Stove | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shieldagency.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Home Insurance\">Home Insurance<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/app.usecanopy.com\/c\/Shield-Insurance-Agency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Start A Quote Today!\">Start A Quote Today!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>We can replace your property, but we can\u2019t replace you or your family.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wood-burning stoves are great for ambiance and pocketbooks. There is also a greater risk of a home fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use these handy reminders to stay on top of maintenance and safety items<\/strong> for wood-burning stoves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Frequently check the unit and chimney flues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inspect the chimney from the roof, using a flashlight to look for obstructions or damage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check stovepipes for creosote build-up; have the chimney and stove professionally cleaned as needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Burn only seasoned wood, preferably at least 2 years old.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep children away from the stove to prevent burns or risk of clothing ignition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep combustible materials away to avoid risk of ignition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain a multi-purpose fire extinguisher near the stove; check the date on the extinguisher and keep it up to date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check and maintain smoke detectors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on home insurance, contact our <a href=\"https:\/\/shieldagency.com\/contact\/\">Shield Agents<\/a> to see if you are on the right track for being insured. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Blogs by Shield Insurance Agency<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shieldagency.com\/blog\/what-happens-if-your-vehicle-is-totaled-understanding-the-auto-insurance-claims-process\/\">What Happens If Your Vehicle Is Totaled, Understanding the Auto Insurance Claims Process<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shieldagency.com\/blog\/why-now-is-a-smart-time-for-michigan-businesses-to-review-liability-coverage-before-spring-foot-traffic-increases\/\">Why Now Is a Smart Time for Michigan Businesses to Review Liability Coverage Before Spring Foot Traffic Increases<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shieldagency.com\/blog\/snowstorms-and-roof-damage-is-your-michigan-home-covered\/\">Snowstorms and Roof Damage: Is Your Michigan Home Covered?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shieldagency.com\/blog\/do-you-need-recreational-insurance-for-your-snowmobile-in-michigan\/\">Do You Need Recreational Insurance for Your Snowmobile in Michigan?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shieldagency.com\/blog\/the-importance-of-giving-back-during-the-holiday-season\/\">The Importance of Giving Back During the Holiday Season<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wood-burning stoves brings a greater risk of a home fire. 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