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Creosote is Dangerous
Creosote is a byproduct of wood burning at high temperatures.This byproduct is very combustible and is mostly made of tar and other flammable combustibles which can be very dangerous when built up over time lining the flue and firebox.Since creosote is highly combustible is very easy for this tar like substance to ignite during chimney and fireplace uses San Antonio.
Back Draft Issues
A back draft on a chimney San Antonio can result in excessive amounts of smoke that is unable to escape through the normal pathway of the flue. A back draft on a chimney can occur numerous ways. One way a chimney can exhibit back draft issues is due to a blockage in the flue either by excessive amounts of creosote build up or a blockage resulting from birds or rodents building nests. Another possible back draft culprit could be the homes negative pressure which can occur when home appliances such as ceiling fans and air-conditioners are drawing air back into the home. To help solve negative pressure issues within the home windows or vent openings can be opened to alleviate the negative pressure and helping the chimney smoke to flow freely without impediment.
My Chimney Smells
There are many ways to tell if your chimney needs maintenance. The most effective way to know if your chimney or fireplace needs maintenance is by contacting a professional to visually inspect your fireplace and flue for any unusual defects such as cracks or breaks. A sure fire way to know if your chimney is in need of maintenance is by smell. If your chimney smells excessively and seems to have back draft issues resulting in smoke entering the home a chimney sweep San Antonio should be performed as well as a visual inspection of all components concerning the fireplace, flue, and firebox to make sure you are using your chimney safely and that the fireplace is not a fire hazard.
Fireplace Maintenance
Fireplace maintenance includes regular chimney sweeps, visual inspections, and component operation checks to ensure your fireplace is working properly and is not a hazard. Proper chimney sweeps should be done on a regular basis depending on the amount of usage that the fireplace is getting. To determine this visual inspections should be done regularly to make sure that creosote buildup is at a minimum and is not a fire hazard when in use. Visual inspections can be done by visually looking inside of the firebox up into the flue making sure to examine the sides of the flue to determine the amount of buildup that has occurred since your last chimney cleaning San Antonio. If it is determined that your chimney is dirty and has an excessive amount of creosote built up call a professional chimney sweep San Antonio to perform a rotary cleaning to remove the excess creosote from the inside of your flue and firebox.
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