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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Last update on December 30, 2025

Reviewed in December 2025
Excellent job on the installation
Open Doors Locksmith
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Reviewed in June 2023
Smallwood Masonry was a pleasure to work with. They repaired several stucco issues that we had around our house and also fixed our brick fire pit. I would definitely hire them again. Highly recommend!
Smallwood Masonry, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
I used this company to clean and sealing deck around our pool. I greatly appreciated the specific written instructions regarding what to expect. The deck looks like a magazine picture; excellent service and work. The guys even helped me move the fire pit. Would certainly use this company...
Island Way Clean and Seal, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
Excellent sales rep and quick response for installation.
Titan Plumbing and Water Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
Very easy process from the sale to installation. We needed a fast installation as we were leaving to go back home and had a pipe burst.
Checkpoint Flooring Solutions, Inc
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Reviewed in June 2021
Chris and Ali did great job on install. They left leaving the area spotless.
West Shore Home Tampa
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Reviewed in June 2021
Removed existing sidewalk and planter and installed pavers. Installed pavers on existing patio and removed section of sidewalk and installed pavers to ramp up to the new patio. All work was performed per our signed contract. Would recommend them for future work.
Kivo Lawn Property Maintenance
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Reviewed in April 2021
very pleased with my completed wall unit/ electric fireplace installation ð
Heritage Woodworks
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Reviewed in February 2021
Installer did a great job. Took extra time and effort and his install price was much more reasonable than others.
Wisdom renovations LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
Have an old wood burning fireplace insert that needed repair due to leak from above. Fixed roof cap, replaced rusted metal, new better damper and fire screen. Neat and clean work. Efficient. Works perfectly!
A Sweep Across The Bay, LLC
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

In addition to flashing, a roof cricket can help divert water around your chimney so that it drains properly off your roof. It’s shaped like a double triangle and is installed behind the chimney so that falling water spills evenly down each side. This helps prevent water from accumulating behind your chimney, which can increase water damage and the risk of leaks.

The International Building Code (IBC) requires cricket installation if a chimney built after 2012 measures over 30 inches in width. Chimneys constructed before that date are typically grandfathered in and aren’t required to have crickets installed.

It’s technically possible in some areas to install your own fire suppression system, but it’s usually not a good idea. Your system must conform to the fire code in your area and will need to pass a rigorous inspection before being activated and deemed safe. Installing a fire suppression system is a complicated job, and making mistakes as a DIYer is likely. Those mistakes can cause you to fail your inspection, which means you’ll have to spend more time fixing the issues or money to have a certified plumber do the work for you. It’s best to hire a professional.

DIY cleaning is possible, but professionals ensure thorough soot removal and check for hazardous creosote buildup.

No, you can’t completely fireproof a house. There is always a chance that a fire can break out inside or outside your home. Even if most of the home is built with fireproof materials, a long-burning fire can still cause damage. Still, fireproofing efforts can buy you additional time to evacuate and give you a better chance of salvaging your home after a fire rather than needing to rebuild entirely.

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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