It sounds like a career from the past, a chimney sweep. San Diego doesn’t sound like the kind of city that would have them. But it does and they perform a very important service for homeowners.
If you have a wood burning stove or fireplace you need a chimney sweep. San Diego homes are not immune to the dangers that come from chimney fires. Whether you use one of these for a primary heating source or only occasionally it needs to be inspected and cleaned annually to insure the safety of your family and home.
Burning wood results in smoke and other byproducts of the fire going up the chimney. Part of that material is creosote. This sticks to the sides of the stove pipes or chimney stack and builds up. It is a highly flammable material that consists mostly of carbon. It has a very high burning temperature that can burst pipes, masonry, tile and other materials and allow the fire to quickly spread to other parts of the house. It’s the creosote that is removed by a chimney sweep San Diego.
There are things you can do to help minimize the buildup of creosote. A good chimney sweep San Diego will advise you to burn only seasoned, dry wood. Freshly cut wood produces more of the bad stuff. It’s also helpful to build smaller fires that can get hotter, they produce less smoke. You should never burn newspaper, cardboard, or any household trash in your fireplace. They often carry sparks up the chimney and can be the spark that starts a fire in your chimney.
While you may consider doing the job yourself, it’s always best to call a professional chimney sweep. San Diego professionals who are licensed, bonded, and insured are available to do the work and put your mind to rest. It takes specialized tools and knowledge to perform the job correctly.
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