How do I know if my chimney is safe to use?

• <div><p>One of the best ways to know your chimney is good to go on any given night is to simply look up into your flue with a flashlight. If you see a thick buildup of creosote—a shiny, dark substance that looks like tar—it’s best to have your fireplace professionally cleaned before you go ahead with the burn. Additionally, having your fireplace professionally inspected once per year can also help increase your peace of mind and keep your family and your home safe.</p></div>

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Last update on April 17, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
I hired MF Concrete, and her crew was expedient and very efficient. It was amazing how they flowed together like worker ants, taking out my old wood deck and installing a concrete back patio. They did it all in one day. She was very polite, experienced and gave me a head full of knowledge on...
MF Concrete LLC
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Reviewed in November 2025
Lake City Carpet Installation and Flooring did an amazing job on my new vinyl plank floors. Erwin was punctual, super friendly, and the quality of his.work was top-notch.. He really goes above and beyond My floors look incredibleand they left everything spotless. I highly recommend them for...
Lake City Carpet Installation & Flooring
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Reviewed in September 2025
Customer service is fantastic at Sanctuary Fencing! We had a large field fence project we needed done and Bethany came right out to take measurements and give us a quote and scheduled it the same day. They worked quickly and efficiently and we could not be happier with the end project. We have...
Sanctuary Fencing
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Reviewed in March 2025
David has helped me with several small projects at a reasonable rate. He did a panel exchange for me on one property and installed an electrical panel and solar system on another property. He did some plumbing, painting, framing and plenty of appliance installations. He's a hard worker who gets...
Jack Of All Trades
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Reviewed in January 2025
Justin installed a drainage system and redid our driveway to help with yard flooding. We will most definitely hire them again for next project
Gatorland Services LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
From first contact to finished shower we are very satisfied with the whole project. Steve was great explaining all the details of what to expect. Torkel and Lynn did the install. Very professional, very knowledgeable about the project, all around great service. We will be doing another project...
West Shore Home Ocala
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Reviewed in August 2021
Could not be happier with the sprinkler system. As a family they were professional in their layout/installation while being some of the most friendly people you would ever want to meet. Oh, and their price was more than reasonable!
McLean Landscaping and Irrigation, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
Installers Chase & Devin did a great job.
West Shore Home Indianapolis
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Reviewed in March 2021
The Windows themselves are nice. The removal and instalation not so much. Prying the windows out without removal of the trim busted the cedar boards. When I questioned they said they only had the pressure treated they were given to shim the new Windowsand offed to use it. They said they would...
Paradise Exteriors, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
OK, but they used inferior non-lifetime screws. Now, 7 years later, nearly all the firing strips are starting to rot out and roof leakage is beginning. The screws used did not create a good seal and water was allowed to get through the holes in the sheet metal into the furing strips (which are...
C W STRICKLAND INC
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

Although you can put a smoke detector on a shelf, the NFPA recommends mounting one on the ceiling or a wall (within 12 inches of the ceiling). If you place your smoke alarm on a shelf, ensure it’s away from drafty, damp, or dusty areas and not near cooking appliances, heat sources, or fluorescent lights.

One of the best ways to know your chimney is good to go on any given night is to simply look up into your flue with a flashlight. If you see a thick buildup of creosote—a shiny, dark substance that looks like tar—it’s best to have your fireplace professionally cleaned before you go ahead with the burn. Additionally, having your fireplace professionally inspected once per year can also help increase your peace of mind and keep your family and your home safe.

Yes, windows being painted shut is a fire hazard. Because windows painted shut may have locks that stick or cannot be opened easily in an emergency, this becomes an immediate fire hazard that should be dealt with.

Wiring a light switch wrong can cause a fire if the incorrect wiring causes arcing, meaning the current jumps uncontrolled from one conductor to another. Loose wires or worn wires that are not repaired or replaced can cause arcing. If you’re not 100% sure you can do the job safely, don’t attempt to wire a light switch on your own.

Fire doors are constructed to have certain resistance levels regarding fire. A traditional door can typically resist fire for less than one minute, whereas fire doors can resist it for 30 to 120 minutes, depending on the fire door rating. Fire doors give you and your family a better chance of safely escaping during a fire than standard doors.

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