The Importance of Post-Winter Industrial Stack Inspections
Once the harsh winter weather comes to an end and the warm spring temperatures arrive, it’s the perfect time to add a post-winter industrial stack inspection to your spring cleaning list for your chimney. A post-winter industrial stack inspection sets you off on the right foot for the season by verifying the stack’s state and its ability to operate efficiently all season long.
At Best Chimney Services, we prioritize our clients’ needs to ensure their chimneys are in good working condition throughout every season of the year. We have been providing residential chimney services and commercial chimney services since 1989. If you’re in the Boston area, we urge you to give us a call with any of your chimney needs. In the meantime, learn why we highly recommend a post-winter industrial stack inspection below.
Post-Winter Cleanup
During the winter, commercial chimney stacks are in high demand venting the exhaust from using heat and hot water all season long day-in and day-out. Needless to say, the more you use this equipment, the more your chimney stack will accumulate byproducts like soot, creosote, and carbon. Accumulation of these byproducts can lead to respiratory problems, or worse, carbon monoxide being released back into the building. A post-winter inspection will give you peace of mind that the system is in good working order.
Assess for Damage
With harsh cold weather, conditions like snow, freezing rain, and below-zero temperatures are expected. However, this weather can worsen any existing damage on your chimney stack. Moisture from snow, ice, and rain can get into any cracks and seams in your chimney stack, increasing the damage. If you’ve noticed any new cracks, rust, or crumbling since the snow has melted, then it’s most likely a sign that your industrial chimney stack needs repair. When you book a post-winter inspection, a chimney technician will check for these problems in the cracks and gaps to see if any damage has developed.
Internal Decay
The chimney flue vent’s main purpose is to contain the byproducts of combustion and carry them up and out into the atmosphere. These byproducts consist of nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and other dangerous pollutants that would otherwise seep out of the passageway and back into the building envelope. An inspection will allow a technician to identify if there is any cause for concern, and if so, how to remedy it to reduce this dangerous risk.
Reduces the Risk of Costly Damages
When chimney maintenance is ignored, you’re not only putting the people in your building at risk but also creating a headache for yourself. By prioritizing necessary inspections for your commercial chimney, you’re reducing the chances of problems arising from pre-existing damage or deterioration that you can’t spot yourself. Help avoid costly repairs by talking with your local chimney company today.
Book Your Post-Winter Industrial Stack Inspection with Best Chimney Services
Scheduling an inspection post-winter is essential for you to detect and address any damage or buildup caused by cold weather and usage. Give us a call today to get started on a routine path of chimney maintenance so that you don’t have to worry about the functionality or safety of your stack.
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