Once warmer weather arrives its the perfect opportunity to make sure your stove is in the best condition. Stove maintenance is an essential part of owning a wood burning stove and its best to get it out the way before you find its cold once again and the stove is lit constantly. So while your stove is cold and not in use here are the must do things to make sure your stove lasts through the years and gives you the best performance. 1: Clean the chimney. Having the chimney swept once a year is essential to prevent chimney fires and keep your stove running at its full potential. To do this its best to call a Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps approved sweep. A chimney sweep will clean the chimney and in the process spot any potential issues with your stove and system, its always worth listening to any advice they have. Many chimney sweeps will offer a cheaper rate in the spring a summer. We recommend Matt Clark an excellent local sweep. 2: Check the rope in the doors. The rope in t...