Chimney Sweeping
How Clean Is Your Chimney?
Here is some questions that will help you determine if you need your chimney serviced
- When was the last time you had your chimney cleaned if ever?
- How long have you lived in your home?
- Do you use quick start fireplace logs?
- Do you burn seasoned or unseasoned wood?
- How often do you use your fireplace?
Fireplace, chimney and chimney related issues account for approximently 30,000 fires in the U.S.A. every year which results in devestating damages and loss of life.
Don't think that because you haven't used your chimney lately that it is ready to start a fire. The creosote buildup from years past needs to be removed first.
Don't think that because you haven't used your chimney lately that it is ready to start a fire. The creosote buildup from years past needs to be removed first.
"Annual chimney inspections allow the chimney sweep to note cracks, creosote buildup or other obstructions which may diminish the functional of the system and create an environment where chimney fires or carbon monoxide intrusion are likely".
source; The Chimney Safety Institute of America
source; The Chimney Safety Institute of America
