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 you leave the damper open when burning a creosote log?

• <div><p>Yes, you need to leave your chimney damper open when burning a creosote log so that smoke and other debris doesn’t waft into your house as it’s burning. You’ll need to make sure your damper is fully open, even when the log continues to smoke, until it’s completely out and cold. </p></div>

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Fantastic service! They installed my gas BBQ quickly and professionally. The team was prompt, knowledgeable, and made the process smooth. Highly recommend!
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Thank you so much for your work! My window installation project went so smooth and effortless, I could not be more happy with it!
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Great job by this company. I had a house fire in my Silverlake home. They came out a made quick work of the tear out and remodel. HIghly recommend. Also, they were the cheapest of the 3 bids my insurance company required. I was nervous about taking the least expensive bid, but my fears...
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Sevag Leon was able to schedule installation of a new tankless water heater within 2 days of my call. His 2 technicians were polite, professional, and clean.
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Couldn't be happier with the work they did on our chimney. The tech was very knowledgeable and quick to get the job done right. He left the house cleaner than when he started which is a big deal consider the amount of junk he cleaned out of the chimney. We have lived in our house for over 30...
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We had fire damage on our house and needed the mess cleaned up ASAP. First of all, because of all of the fire damage in North Hollywood, it was impossible to get someone to come out immediately. After failing with a few companies I called One of a kind Restoration and I had an appointment for...
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Reviewed in September 2021
Called and came out quickly. Did the install in a few minutes. Price was very fair. Would recommend him highly and will call him again if I need anything else done.
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

Call 911 immediately. If you have a fire extinguisher or fire blanket near the laundry room, you can attempt to extinguish the fire, but don’t open or touch the dryer. If you can’t put the fire out, evacuate yourself, your family, and your pets from the house, closing the laundry room door behind you. Turn off the electricity to your home via the outside fuse box, then wait for the fire department. After a dryer fire, have your home’s electrical system inspected to make sure there isn’t any damage.

Yes, splicing wires can cause a fire if the splicing is done incorrectly. This is why splicing wires is a task best handled by electricians. One of the most common mistakes made when splicing wires is not using a wire connector. Without a wire connector, electricity flows unsheathed and can result in a home electrical fire.

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

Yes, mineral spirits are flammable and may spontaneously combust at temperatures of 200 degrees F or more. Storing them in well-ventilated spaces and disposing of them the proper way are the best ways to prevent mineral spirits or anything contaminated with them, like towels and rags, from going up in smoke.

Yes, you need to leave your chimney damper open when burning a creosote log so that smoke and other debris doesn’t waft into your house as it’s burning. You’ll need to make sure your damper is fully open, even when the log continues to smoke, until it’s completely out and cold.

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