Cleaning the chimney on a regular basis will help maintain its efficiency and safety. A chimney that was taken for granted and wasn’t cleaned for a long period of time will pose risk in health, because of the “creosote” a carbon deposits resulted from burning woods. The carbon gathered in the flue results in unpleasant odors, damage and fire.
At Chicagoland Fireplace & Chimney Restoration, recommends to have your chimney cleaned at least every 36 fires. We have fully equipped experts that are nationally certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America. We also made sure that our professionals attend seminars to freshen up their knowledge and get to know the latest innovation in the chimney service industry.
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At Chicagoland Fireplace & Chimney Restoration, recommends to have your chimney cleaned at least every 36 fires. We have fully equipped experts that are nationally certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America. We also made sure that our professionals attend seminars to freshen up their knowledge and get to know the latest innovation in the chimney service industry.
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Chimney Inspections
As a way to efficiently reduce the risks of chimney fires, as well as carbon monoxide poisoning, we believe that regular chimney inspections should be observed at all costs. Aside from that, it’s also important to diagnose the probable issues before giving a quotation.
Likewise, all of the inspections done by the Chicagoland Fireplace & Chimney Restoration should meet level 2 NFPA requirements and are performed by highly-skilled and certified technicians.
SmartScan InspectionThis type of inspection utilizes a video scan of the entire system for the internal portion. This includes the following: smoke chamber, firebox, chimney flue, smoke shelf, and damper assembly. Our technicians will be looking for cracks in the clay tiles, obstructions, signs of moisture, absence of liner, and anything else that can make the chimney harmful, dangerous or inefficient.
The Right Time to Have a Chimney Inspection
As a rule of thumb, the perfect time to consider a chimney inspection should be done whenever you notice visible soot in your home. Likewise, here are some of the instances when a chimney inspection should be considered:
– Before installing a new, fuel burning appliance such as, hot water heater and furnace.
– Before each heating season.
– Immediately after a chimney or house fire.
– Before buying a new home.
– If the home has been accidentally struck my lightning.
– If the chimney had experienced impact, such as being hit by a falling tree.
– If there’s staining on the outside or inside of the home, especially near the chimney.
– After roof replacement.
The Levels of Chimney Inspection
Level 1: This is considered a routine examination of all the accessible areas of the flue, chimney, and enclosing structures. For this, hand tools must be utilized.
Level 2: A level 2 inspection is more detailed as compared to a level 1 inspection, because it includes the evaluation of the flue lining, together with the clearance and proper construction of the chimney system. A video scan will be helpful in this level.
Level 3: This kind of inspection includes both level 1 and 2 inspection, as well as the evaluation of all the concealed areas of the building. This type of inspection is usually done, when the suspected problems of the chimney can lead to a total tear down.
The Chicagoland Fireplace & Chimney Restoration is equipped with certified technicians that will bring your fireplace and chimney to its proper working condition, ensuring that you’ll never experience the same problems again.
The Chicagoland Fireplace and Chimney Restoration Co. has a lot to offer when it comes to chimney services. Their professional technicians will address all the chimney issues that you are not aware of. They work efficiently and ensures a high quality and safe services all the time. Call them today for all your chimney and fireplace concerns and get them clean and look new!