Why You Need A Holiday Chimney Cleaning & Inspection
What a wonderful time of year. Everyone is gearing up for the upcoming holidays. This is a busy time of the year. We have shopping, decorating, and planning for what is to come.
Parties are scheduled. Your calendars are getting filled. Now is not the time to let down your guard regarding the maintenance and functionality of your fireplace. Northeastern Chimney Inc. is waiting for your call. Chimney professionals recommend having a chimney sweep and inspection once a year. This is a good time of year to tackle this, just before the burning season.
Benefits of having an Annual Chimney Sweep and Inspection.
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revent Chimney Fires – When our team performs a chimney sweep, we remove creosote, soot, and debris. This builds up naturally during the burning season. Creosote is highly flammable. With a mere ⅛ inch of buildup, it can ignite. A pre-holiday sweep will minimize the risk of a fire. - More efficient fireplace performance and proper draft. Smoke can back up into the home if you have an obstruction in the chimney. This will also cause poor airflow. Cleaning the chimney will allow smoke to escape. A clean fire also burns cleaner and hotter. Great for that holiday ambience.
- Check for damage before winter. On inspection, we will look for cracked flue tiles, water damage, loose brickwork and mortar, and animal nests. With the correct equipment, we can identify and address any issues early, preventing costly repairs.
- Improved air quality. Obstructions can cause smoke and soot, and allow carbon monoxide into your home. Cleaning out the chimney now will help the air quality and airflow.
- Whether you have a gas or wood-burning fireplace, blockages, venting issues, or damper issues can occur. Our inspection will ensure your fireplace is venting properly, reducing the risk of carbon monoxide buildup.
- Improves heating efficiency. A clean fireplace burns much more effectively than one with grime and debris left inside. You will experience less wasted wood or gas, lower energy bills, and more heat output.
- Insurance protection. Check your policy; many insurance companies require you to keep up with annual maintenance to validate any claim you may have.
- Peace of mind. As you embark on the holiday season, lighting a fire is a cherished tradition year after year. But while the fun is exciting, it must be done safely. Our trained and experienced chimney inspectors and sweeps are here for you. We will make your holiday parties, family gatherings, and those cold winter nights spent cuddling up with a book more enjoyable.
Don’t hesitate. Give our team a call at Northeastern Chimney Inc. and set up your pre-holiday chimney sweep and inspection.
Our technicians are experienced and well-trained. We service all of Hartford, Tolland, and Litchfield Counties. All our chimney technicians are trained and qualified. We are active in the National Chimney Sweep Guild (NCSG).
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