I've been dealing with a frustrating situation where smoke from my neighbor's wood stove is seeping into my house, even on hot days. While other neighbors with wood stoves don't bother me, this specific one has smoke billowing out like a factory. It's affecting my bedding and clothing, and even people have commented on the smell lingering on me. I've tried speaking with them directly and the county has warned them to cut down on emissions multiple times, but they don't seem to care. I really want to fix this issue at home without having to get involved in legal action. Has anyone experienced something similar and can offer advice?
3 Answers
You need to get proactive about this! Keep reporting every incident to the local authorities whenever the smoke gets bad. The more complaints they receive, the more likely they are to take action. Make sure they know how serious this is for you—use strong language to convey that you're struggling in your living space. It might feel like a hassle, but being relentless can pay off in the long run.
For sure, don’t stop calling the county! They need to know they aren’t complying with their orders. Invest in a good air purifier too; that should help minimize smoke smell inside your home. Also, consider checking if you have good ventilation systems—like an HRV/ERV unit—to help maintain positive pressure and keep the smoke out.
You might want to look into sealing your attic better, especially if it’s not lined against air leaks. Sometimes, if there’s negative pressure in your house from things like exhaust fans or gas appliances, it can pull in the smoky air. Tackling this could help you reduce how much smoke enters. If possible, try to limit your use of those appliances when the smoke is particularly bad.