Hey everyone! So, I have a rental apartment in Toronto and noticed that my stove wasn't level. When maintenance came to check it out, they discovered a sloped floor and a gap near the wall, likely due to some rats outside (classic Toronto, right?). They couldn't help me at the moment because they were out of insulation foam but said they would return. Fast forward nearly two months with no callback, and I decided to take matters into my own hands. I ordered some foam (here's the link: [Amazon Foam](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B095XCB5DS?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title)), and this morning I started filling the gap. Now I'm feeling nervous about it because I'm concerned about the heat from the stove affecting the foam. Any advice?
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Honestly, you should be fine! The foam you used is designed to withstand some heat, and stoves normally keep their heat contained. Just think about all the electrical wiring near the stove—that doesn't melt either! If you're still worried, you could trim the foam back to be flush with the wall, but it's probably not necessary.
You definitely need to follow up on that rat issue, though! Toronto's got its share of rodent problems, and it sounds like you might have a burrow in your parking lot. You’re right to be concerned about this—it's not just a nuisance, it could lead to bigger problems if they invade your space. Make sure your landlord knows about it.
I wouldn't worry too much! Ovens are built to handle high temperatures, so the foam should be okay when you use the stove. Just make sure it’s installed correctly and test it out. Also, I looked up the foam, and it’s fire resistant, so you should be safe on that front.