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THE BENEFITS OF HAVING YOUR CHIMNEY SWEPT

THE BENEFITS OF HAVING YOUR CHIMNEY SWEPT


There is nothing like being able to settle down in front of the fire after a long day. Most people love to relax next to a wood-burning fire. Of course, when you have a fireplace or woodstove, you need to think about regular maintenance. The most importance upkeep that you can invest in is chimney cleaning Washington DC. If you keep your chimney clean, there are a few key advantages.

NO CHIMNEY FIRES

Chimney fires are nothing to dismiss and dirty chimneys are a direct cause. These fires can burn through the chimney and light anything flammable. They can quickly spread to a house fire. The most common cause of a chimney fire is that the chimney is dirty or clogged. Creosote, a black tar-like substance glazes your chimney over time. This is due to wood burning, but it is highly combustible.

NO SICKNESS

When you have a clogged chimney, you may find yourself in trouble. Carbon monoxide builds up and the gas releases into the air. This gas leads to headaches, dizziness, fainting and worse over, it can be fatal. If you have a chimney, it is imperative that you keep it clean.

NO SMOKE DAMAGE

If you don’t clean the chimney regularly, then the flue is going to have difficulty drawing smoke upward. The last thing that you want is for the smoke to enter your home. The smoke leaves a black film around the hearth and may stain your furniture. These types of stains are near impossible to get out of carpets and furniture.
The benefits to keeping your chimney clean far outweigh any disadvantages. The truth is that there are no real disadvantages to having your chimney swept regularly. It’s important to perform proper maintenance on all components of your home. However, it is even more important that you pay mind to chimney cleaning. When your chimney is dirty, you have more risks.

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