The beautiful days are back, temperatures are warming up, and your pellet stove is peacefully hibernating. But be careful, are you certain you are providing the necessary care to ensure it survives comfortably through its summer dormancy?

It would be a shame to find your faithful heater out of order when the first chills arrive. Discover right away the common mistakes you absolutely need to avoid to keep your stove in good condition until autumn.

1. Be careful not to run out of wood pellets

Remember, during the winter of 2022/2023, the shortage of pellets caused many issues. Many of you faced high prices and concerning delivery delays. Why not avoid this mishap this year?

Order your pellets now; you will benefit from better prices and shorter delivery times. Storing your pellets in the spring may seem complicated, but don’t worry—simple and effective solutions exist to preserve their quality for several months.

2. A full pellet reservoir: a classic mistake to avoid

It is easy to forget to empty the reservoir after the last fire of winter. However, leaving wood pellets in your stove for several weeks without use poses a real threat to your equipment.

Wood is naturally sensitive to moisture. Pellets left in the reservoir can swell and cause severe clogging of your device. The result: when the first cold strikes, your heater won’t work.

To avoid this unpleasant surprise, take a few minutes at the end of the season to completely empty the reservoir.

3. Neglecting thorough cleaning: a risky bet

You may think that you can always clean your stove before the next cold season. Big mistake! Taking care of your heating appliance means conducting a thorough cleaning of the pellet stove as soon as you are sure you won’t use it anymore.

A complete intervention includes:

  • Completely cleaning the pellet reservoir
  • Emptying and meticulously cleaning the ash drawer
  • Careful cleaning of the glass and internal metal parts
  • Thorough inspection of the flue gas ducts

Your stove will thank you by igniting immediately when the cold returns.

4. Postponing sweeping: a reckless decision

Did you know that sweeping is an annual legal obligation? If you do not regularly sweep your pellet stove, you expose yourself to fire risks and poor combustion. And there’s no need to wait until autumn to schedule this task.

Chimney sweep specialists are much less busy in spring. This is the perfect time to call them. You will often benefit from promotional rates, and you can obtain your valuable certificate with peace of mind.

In addition, you can always perform a quick self-sweeping to remove any last traces of soot that may be obstructing your flue.

5. Forgetting annual maintenance by a professional

Just like with sweeping, annual professional maintenance should not be delayed too late in the year. Pellet heating professionals work year-round, but their schedules are much more flexible after the winter season.

Why wait? By scheduling this appointment now, you get ahead and ensure peace of mind and savings for the upcoming season. Don’t forget that intervention prices can vary depending on the season. Spring maintenance often proves to be more budget-friendly.

How about you? Do you always get your stove serviced in spring or do you wait until autumn? Share your experiences with us in the comments! Perhaps you have other relevant tips to share? We genuinely want to hear your thoughts, so don’t hesitate to write to us below!