There seems to be two kinds of people in this world; ones that just get things done and the other that makes up excuses for why they couldn’t get things done. Unfortunately, if you haven’t had a chimney inspection and/or your chimney swept each year, that oversight could end up costing you a bunch of money in property damage and maybe even your life or the life of someone you love.
It’s time to declare, “No More Excuses” when it comes to the safety and welfare of your family and your home.
Most people don’t realize all of the hidden dangers that lurk inside your chimney. You have probably heard of creosote and how it can build up on the walls of the chimney to eventually catch fire but you may not know the smoky smell you have in the summer is that same creosote being spread throughout your house.
Yes, the wind comes down your chimney and blows what’s in your chimney around your home. It’s not going to catch fire this way, but for those with asthma or other breathing issues it can be troublesome. People without these issues have suffered allergy type symptoms from the miniscule particles of debris that are being forced into your home down the chimney.
Because the chimney needs to be cool one of the best times to get it serviced and cleaned is when it’s not being used. That simply means when you don’t need it, which is now, in August when it’s hotter than Hades outside. And don’t forget to have your chimney inspected as well and ask the company before you hire them if they have a chimney camera.
This technology allows the technician to see the walls of the chimney “up close and personal” to find out if the liner has been damaged at all. Chimney liners keep the fire and smoke in their place. If they develop cracks this lets those thing in places they shouldn’t be so make sure they have a camera to look up into that area.
The most important step is to do this right now while you are thinking about it. Call and schedule an appointment before you don’t need that roaring fire.