by Robert Hoegner | Nov 11, 2015 | Chimney Sweep Artlcles
Believe it or not, it takes only a small accumulation of creosote glazing within the interior walls of your chimney to cause a potential chimney fire. The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) estimates that there are about 26,000 fireplace or...
by Robert Hoegner | Jul 23, 2012 | Chimney Sweep Artlcles
With Chimney Swift breading season here (May through July) it is a good idea to see if your chimney has a flue cover that will protect it from animal intrusion. The flue area of your fire burning systems, both furnace and fireplace, are sought-out by these birds that...
by Robert Hoegner | Jun 27, 2012 | Chimney Sweep Artlcles
Chimney covers serve many purposes, from preventing rain from entering into the flue system, deterring animals from making nests, and as spark arrestors, to prevent an occurrence of fire. Moisture is the number one enemy to chimneys, and if it enters the structure of...
by Robert Hoegner | Aug 6, 2011 | Chimney Sweep Artlcles
When looking for a chimney sweep, it is good idea to make sure they are reputable. You want to ensure that you are receiving accurate diagnostic information, that the company stands by their stated services, and that any claim by the company/technician is justified....
by Robert Hoegner | Aug 6, 2011 | Chimney Sweep Artlcles
Chimney sweeping needs to be performed when the smoke from burning wood cools and forms a resin inside the fire burning system. This resin is called creosote, and is the build-up on the inside walls of the fireplace and the chimney flue. Think of the smoke-like water...
by Robert Hoegner | Aug 6, 2011 | Chimney Sweep Artlcles
Chimney sweeping needs to be performed routinely to clear the resin build-up caused by smoke cooling as it travels up the chimney and flue. This resin is called creosote and it builds up quickly. Left untreated, you are at risk of a fire in your chimney or flue. Any...
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