| Without knowing it, many people are asking
for trouble by doing nothing to care for their chimneys. Regular chimney
and heating system inspections and cleanings by a CSIA Certified Sweep
are critical to your family’s safety and your pocketbook. Without
proper treatment, you could have a 2000 degree fire ripping up your
chimney, putting your home and family at risk, and threatening the
safety of your neighbors’ home as well.
Every year hundreds of houses burn down and many lives are lost to chimney fires. Literally thousands more chimneys are damaged, and owners are relieved when emergency personnel are able to save their homes. We’re telling you this because we can fix your chimney, but it’s best to avoid the damage in the first place. The reason for a chimney fire is the collection of unburned tars and soot (creosote) in the chimney. All it takes is a little excess heat and away it goes – a runaway chimney fire! Gas and oil heating systems need regular inspections and cleanings just as much. If you burn gas or oil, it’s best to have regular check ups and tuning so that your heating system burns ‘cleanly’ and efficiently. You see, when the burner isn’t just right, these oil and gas heaters often make more soot in the chimney than a woodstove! Letting this go means problems with masonry, carbon monoxide, and black soot in the house. It doesn’t make sense – not for your safety or your
finances – to not have a professional inspect and clean your
system at least once a year. Please take these potential hazards
seriously and do your best to avoid them with regular inspections
and sweeping if necessary. |
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