lundi 15 février 2016

What To Consider When Planning Chimney Cleaning

By Michelle Mitchell


Most houses are built with fireplaces. These can be for warming the house during the cold season or to add character to the living room. Most people clean their fireplaces but neglect to clean the chimneys . When wood is burnt not all of it burns completely it then forms creosote and soot. This can block a chimney and hinder the flow of smoke. Annual chimney cleaning should be conducted to prevent this build up.

Fires in the house are mainly lit in the colder months, in San Diego this is around December. The cleaning should therefore be done in the fall just before the offset of the chilly weather. This will remove any buildup in the chimney making it safe for use in the colder months.

You may decide to clean up the chimney yourself . It will be advisable to get all the equipment and clothing required before hand. It will also be advisable to talk to an expert to avoid making any mistakes. Care should also be taken to avoid inhaling soot during the cleaning process.

If on the other hand you decide to use a company you should ensure they are certified and licensed. They should have documentation from the Chimney Safety Institute of America. They should also have been doing follow up courses with their employees, to ensure they are up to date with the new techniques and equipment used.

The employees should be properly trained certified and have a sound understanding of the equipment used. Work involving soot is generally messy and this can be minimized by using a chimney vacuum which holds the soot and creosote. Any items within the room should be covered with plastic liners to prevent them collecting soot.

In most cases the chimney needs to be cleaned only once a year you can have a list of companies to choose from. This can be attained from references from friends and also online form the company website. It is advisable to pick a company with many good reviews and comments. Before and after photos of previous jobs can also help you choose a reliable and efficient company.

The cost also needs to be considered when picking the right company to clean for you. Generally when you hire a company to clean the chimney they will also inspect it for any cracks or problems. Properly going through the pricing of different companies is needed . It will allow you to compare them and settle on one that falls within your price range and allow you to plan for it.

Work experience is a key factor when choosing any company to do a job for you.in this particular case a company with over ten years experience is better as they have been at the job for a while and have accumulated a lot of information and techniques.




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