Considerations When Purchasing a Space Heater

Consumers should be aware of the following hazards when buying and using electric,
fuel oil, gas, grain, kerosene, propane or wood space heaters:

1. Fires and burns are caused by contact with or close proximity to the flame,
heating element, or hot surface area.

2. Fires and explosions caused by flammable fuels or defective wiring.
(Again the check that the unit has been tested and is ULC and UL certified.)

3. Indoor air pollution caused by improper venting or incomplete combustion of fuel-burning equipment. (Does the stove have its own combination combustion air and exhaust pipe
connected directly to outside, thus not affecting the indoor air quality of your home.)

4. Carbon monoxide poisoning caused by improper venting of fuel-burning equipment.
(Again does the stove have its own combination combustion air and exhaust pipe connected directly to outside, thus not affecting the indoor air quality of your home.)

Determining Btu demand (Sizing your appliance)

Potential BTU output and costs of various fuel sources