How Often Should You Book Your Commercial Chimney Inspected?
Maintaining the safety and efficiency of your commercial property is crucial. One component that is often overlooked, but is no less critical, is the condition of your chimney. A well-maintained chimney that is swept regularly is essential to preventing potential hazards and ensuring compliance with local regulations. But how often should you book your commercial chimney maintenance?
At Best Chimney Services, your commercial chimney’s condition is our top priority. Our team of chimney technicians is dedicated to offering knowledgeable, tailored commercial chimney services that’ll fit your chimney’s needs. If you can’t remember the last time you got a commercial chimney inspected, then it’s most likely time to book one. Schedule an evaluation with us today, or learn about how often you should book one, below.
Understanding the Importance of Regular Chimney Maintenance
Commercial chimneys experience more frequent use compared to residential ones, especially if your business involves cooking, heating, or industrial processes. Regular maintenance is crucial to remove creosote buildup, soot, and debris that can lead to dangerous venting issues and inefficient operation. A maintained stack ensures better airflow, reduces the risk of carbon monoxide and gas leakage, and prolongs the lifespan of your chimney and associated systems.
How Often Should You Book a Commercial Chimney Inspection?
Well, it depends… At a minimum, a commercial chimney should be inspected at least once a year. However, if the chimney is being used frequently because it’s helping to operate a restaurant, cafe, or manufacturing facility, for instance, then it’ll require sweeping every 3-6 months to manage excessive use. It is also possible that there are local regulations in your town/city required by your fire department or building codes. Make sure to check those regulations in case they differ from your equipment manufacturer.
Signs that Your Chimney Needs Service Before its Annual Appointment
There are some evident signs to look out for that will let you know you need a commercial chimney sweeping as soon as possible, including:
Increased Smoke back into Building
If you begin to notice smoke backing up into your commercial building or surrounding areas, it could be a sign that there is something obstructing or partially blocking the chimney. Book a commercial evaluation to check for blockages within the structure.
Dark Smoke Exiting the Stack
When the steam or smoke changes from light to dark, it is a clear and obvious sign of a venting issue. During an evaluation, our chimney technicians will be checking for creosote buildup, animal intrusions and the integrity of the interior flue walls within the chimney structure and corresponding areas. A chimney inspection is imperative to help reduce puff backs, carbon monoxide spillage and heat/hot water shut downs in the future.
Heating Equipment Problems
Having an issue with heating equipment within a boiler room? It’s not necessarily a boiler malfunction, but could be a venting issue. It doesn’t matter if the heating equipment is new or old, venting issues cause interruptions with providing heat/hot water, and overfiring creating costly fuel consumption.
Find a Professional
To ensure your chimney stack is compliant with industry standards, it’s best to hire a certified chimney technician. Look for professionals with industry certifications and good reviews. Schedule regular inspections in advance so that you don’t risk the chance of forgetting.
Call Best Chimney Services for Your Commercial Chimney Sweeping
Investing in regular chimney maintenance is vital to keeping your chimney, and your building, in safe working condition. Booking regular inspections, at least once a year, will help you maintain its condition and avoid unsafe, costly problems. If you’re unsure how well your chimney is operating and how much creosote could be building up, give us a call today and we’ll make sure you’re getting the regular maintenance it deserves.
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