No matter if your fireplace is a grand, floor-to-ceiling eye-catcher or a simple, basic wood-burning fireplace, most people take their chimneys for granted, which can lead to structural damage and poor performance, or worse, a life threatening fire. Neglecting your chimney can damage it, impair performance, and create potential risks. The chimney’s primary job is funneling smoke, carbon monoxide, and other combustable byproducts out of the house. This is crucial to maintaining healthy air quality and preventing health hazards. Moreover, efficient chimney operation maintains a wood-burning fireplace’s heating performance. Read on to discover why regular maintenance is imperative. STRUCTURAL DAMAGE Chimneys are susceptible to various forms of structural damage, including cracks in the flue liner, mortar joint, brick deterioration, and damage from natural phenomena like wind and lightning strikes. Structural damage reduces the chimney’s efficiency and poses safety risks, such as the potential for toxic gases to seep into the home and increased risk of fires. SOLUTION: REPAIR STRUCTURAL ISSUES IMMEDIATELY Repairing structural issues, like cracks or ‘Tis the season when Santa will be making his annual journey down chimneys worldwide to deliver presents for everyone. Not only is the chimney Santa’s favorite entry into your home, it usually serves as the dominant focal point for your living room. Family and friends gather round the firepace to reminisce, celebrate, share a cup of cocoa or a glass of wine, and more. So it’s crucial to maintain it.
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