ᐅ The fireplace does not burn well.

Hello everyone,

I have a problem with our fireplace. The fire regularly dies down even when the fireplace door and windows are open. So it can't be due to a lack of air. However, sometimes the fire flares up again quickly. I also find that the fire burns unevenly, and I can clearly hear air whistling through the chimney.

What could be causing this?

Thank you for your advice.

That is actually unusual. Do you have smoke inside the apartment? Or you could ask the stove or chimney installer. Maybe there are specific regulations in your area that need to be considered during construction.

Hello,
We often notice a chimney smell, but I believe that is a separate issue. We experience this smell when the chimney is burning and I turn on the fan in the bathroom. No window is open at the time. Still, there is a negative pressure inside the apartment, and air is drawn in through the chimney. This is something I just can’t explain.

Best regards

Hello Nina,

I suspect that the primary air, meaning the direct air through the ash grate, is set too high. Now the question arises: Does your fireplace have primary and secondary air?

It is always difficult to give a remote diagnosis, but the fireplace is drawing too much air.

Best regards
Roman

Please do not use this wood stove any longer, as it is life-threatening. You must call the chimney sweep and explain the issues. Combustion air must be able to flow in, and in sufficient quantity. However, this is the problem here: the combustion gases are being drawn back into the room.

This is a serious danger to you and your family.
Best regards

Hello,
It seems the chimney sweep missed quite a few things here. To me, the chimney is not operational like this. So please contact the chimney sweep quickly and inform them before something worse happens.
Best regards
Annegret