Hi Amy the vent pipe should be a little higher than the highest peak of your house Mountainman

I think it does that, but what about the angeling of the vent going out of the house. I just measured that. It's about 16" to the back wall, with 2 90 degree angels. I do know that you can't really give me advice here, but you might be able to give me things that I can research. It's a Harman, Mark III.

Also, I tend to leave the door open on the bottom for the ash tray. I do that because my fire tends to go out without that extra air. Once the fire really gets going, I then close that door.

Just know that I will be researching anything that you tell me, but I am really happy that you are telling me things that I can research. Also, I am trying to find a wood stove specialist, but I like to be consumer aware.

So, really, thank you.

((((hugs)))))
amy

Sorry you have not been feeling well.

Years ago at my work people were getting headaches for no reason. Someone brought in a CO2 detector and it went off. The furnace had been leaking. People that day had to seek medical treatment if they were showing symptoms for carbon monoxide poisoning. So seeing a Dr may be warranted.

Also I believe now all homes are required to have a CO 2 detector and a smoke detector. At least in NY they need to be in a house if you are selling or buying one. Same goes for rental units.

I would think that those 90s may be playing a part in it?
The straighter the shot the better.
I have noticed than many stoves use 45 degree bends.

Also to consider.
My mother is extremely allergic to smoke of any kind.
Smoke also kind of bothers me a little (maybe more than a little).
Possibly something to mention to your doctor?
MB

Sending big hugs, Amy! Hope you're feeling better!