How do I know if my chimney is safe?

• <div><p>There are a few things you can look out for to ensure your chimney is safe to use. Check for the following issues:</p><ul><li><p>Cracks or missing pieces in the masonry of the chimney</p></li><li><p>Creosote buildup in the chimney, which is a black, tar-like substance</p></li><li><p>Cracks, stains, or scorch marks in the firebox</p></li><li><p>Water stains in or around the fireplace</p></li><li><p>A broken or stuck damper</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Do smoke detectors really save lives?

• <div><p>Absolutely! Smoke alarms are lifesavers. According to the <a href="https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Staying-safe/Safety-equipment/Smoke-alarms#:~:text=The%20death%20rate%20per%201%2C000,5.8%20deaths%20per%201%2C000%20fires).">National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)</a>, per 1,000 reported home fires, homes without working smoke alarms have a death rate nearly twice as high as those that <i>do</i> have working alarms. So remember to ensure you have enough installed in your home and that they are working and in good shape.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2024
The installers were very sweet and professional. But I donâ t think I was made completely aware of how the exterior installation would look. The last 4 or 5 feet of the white pipeline are not covered and it looks unfinished and messy.
Bragg Home Services
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Reviewed in March 2024
I have an old house. For a long time I was looking for someone who could change the ventilation system not for crazy money. Finally found it. The guys replaced the entire ventilation system and installed a new heat pump. The work was done the next day after approval. The quality is excellent,...
RK Mechanical Air Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2023
Randy and his helper were very good to work with. They arrive when they say and the follow through with the install was flawless. System worked exactly as offered. The attention to detail was greatly appreciated!
Volkman Heating & Air
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Reviewed in May 2023
Excellent company. I had to have 10 very tall Italian Cypress Trees removed per San. Rafael fire department. The crew did a great job and cleaned up after themselves.
Legacy Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
Rick was excellent from the initial consult and estimate to the installation. He was very knowledgeable and took his time explaining things to me. (I always have a lot of questions). Heâ s a personable and highly capable owner who handles the repairs and installation himself. My furnace was 24...
American Heating & Air, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2022
Fabulous installation and confirmation all was good to go!
Starving Plumbers
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Reviewed in August 2022
Great job removing cypress and juniper from the defensible space around our home for our fire prevention hardening project. Great stump-grinding and vegetation removal skills and equipment. Ivan is professional, reliable and works hard to get the job done expeditiously as possible. Thank you.
Mendez Tree Service
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Reviewed in February 2022
I highly recommend Frank and his team. They did a shed installation for us, which involved building the floor, tree stump removal and concrete bases. Not only were we very impressed with Frank’s work, his fees are reasonable, he is extremely responsive and always on time. We look forward to many...
FG Window Cleaning
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Reviewed in January 2022
Professional installation of a tankless water heater.
Frank's Water Heater Company
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Reviewed in December 2021
Dave was communicative and easy to work with during the planning stages. The installation team were fastidious and detailed. I could not be happier with the quality of the work.
Sunshine Flooring
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

There are a few things you can look out for to ensure your chimney is safe to use. Check for the following issues:

Cracks or missing pieces in the masonry of the chimney
Creosote buildup in the chimney, which is a black, tar-like substance
Cracks, stains, or scorch marks in the firebox
Water stains in or around the fireplace
A broken or stuck damper

The NFPA model codes and International Residential Code (IRC) mandate that all new one- and two-family homes have fire sprinkler systems. However, all municipalities are different. The best way to determine if your municipality requires fire sprinklers is to contact your state fire marshal’s office. One reason to install a fire sprinkler system is that it’s the first line of defense in putting out a fire and alerting your family of emergencies.

Regular professional chimney cleaning and a well-fitting chimney cap are two of the most effective measures to help prevent flue blockages. Annual cleaning keeps the flue from developing a thick layer of creosote. The chimney cap keeps debris out and stops critters from going down your flue for shelter while carrying clog-worthy nesting material.

Regular HVAC filter changes, deep cleaning, and air quality monitoring help maintain a healthy environment.

Absolutely! Smoke alarms are lifesavers. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), per 1,000 reported home fires, homes without working smoke alarms have a death rate nearly twice as high as those that do have working alarms. So remember to ensure you have enough installed in your home and that they are working and in good shape.

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