Tips for Proper Chimney Cleaning and Maintenance

Chimneys: they provide us with warmth during the cold season. They play a very important function inside the home. So, it’s just fair to take good care of them. Besides, you don’t want freeze during the winter. Or, worse, have sudden accidents due to dirt buildup from lack of maintenance.

After using your chimney many times, dirt and carbon particles will accumulate inside it. This can create fire hazards, ventilation problems and blockages. So, it is very important to regularly check and clean the fireplace, especially when you use it often. In other cases, chimney masonry repair is needed.

Experts recommend twice-a-year cleaning and maintenance for your fireplace when you use it everyday. If you’re using it once in a week, a single thorough cleaning process is recommended.

Here are some of the tips on how you can properly clean and maintain your chimney.

1. Have the Proper Equipment

Maintaining your chimney is not an easy task. You have to buy all the necessary materials and equipment to avoid accidents. The process can be really messy and often dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. You can ask for assistance or pay due diligence in researching for the right tools.

2. Proper Burning of Wood

Place a criss-cross log pattern on the top of the burning paper. You can place some thin or split logs on top to allow air to circulate. Make sure that the logs are properly supported to prevent them from crumbling down. The dumper should be widely opened to allow smoke to escape.

3. Chimney Caps Are Important

To prevent animals from entering the chimney or to avoid rainwater from falling into the fireplace, a chimney cap should be properly installed. This can also decrease heat-loss during the winter whilst protecting the chimney crown from the outside elements

Hire the professionals at Chimney Doctors for all your chimney needs. Call us today at (518) 633-5900 to schedule an appointment. We serve Clifton Park, NY.