Why should I have my Chimney Cleaned?

Posted by Universal Roofing and Chimney on May 17th, 2022

The chimney sweep\'s job is to clean out soot, blockages, and build-up creosote in your chimney liner and smoke chamber. This will make your heating system safer.

A small amount of creosote glazing can create the potential for a chimney fireplace. The flammable creosote, which is formed from the burning of wood, builds up in your chimney liner.

If you burn wood poorly or use a stove or burning appliance that isn\'t working properly, the rate of accumulation will be greater. Different wood types create different amounts of creosote depending on how they are burned.

Chimney inspections should be performed once per year

It is recommended that homeowners have an annual chimney inspection to ensure that their systems are working properly. A Chimney Cleaning is recommended by most homeowners every year, particularly if the homeowner uses their fireplace frequently.

To ensure safer operation, other venting systems that are connected to stoves and furnaces must also be cleaned regularly. Your safety and that of your family are paramount. You don\'t want to risk an undiscovered defect becoming an expensive repair, or worse, a chimney fire.

Even if you have very little use of your stove or fireplace, it is still a good idea to inspect all heating venting systems and chimneys annually. Even if no cleaning is required, any potential problems or defects may be discovered during these inspections.

A chimney sweep company you are familiar with will usually put you on an annual inspection program. They will inform you when it is time for you to sweep.

When is the best time to clean my chimney?

It can be any time when you feel required to clean your chimney. There is no specific time to clean your chimney. It is best to have your chimney inspected and cleaned regardless of the season.

Call Universal Roofing And Chimney, the best Roof Repair Long Island Contractor for Chimney Repair Long Island, before you start thinking about starting a furnace or building a fire because the weather has changed.

As a Roof Repair Long Island Contractor, we can also inspect and provide Gutter Repair Long Island along with Chimney Repair Long Island.