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>

Should a chimney be sealed?

• <div><p>Chimneys should either be sealed or waterproofed, which is different from sealing off—closing at both ends—a chimney. Waterproofing and sealing are both crucial steps to take to prevent water damage and the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/chimney-leaking-inside-house.htm">chimney leaking inside the house</a>. While waterproofing is more comprehensive, both help safeguard your chimney, extending its life span and preventing expensive repairs. </p></div>

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Complete heat pump install. Wouldn't use anyone else. Thanks Brandon:)
DNA Heating and Air
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Reviewed in July 2024
He built 2 sets of steps plus small deck and installed 3 doors. Im going to use him for additional work.
Steve Hare
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Reviewed in May 2024
The installation of our furnace, AC, gas line to stove and duct work by Total Comfort Heat and air conditioning was beyond what we expected. We have an old 1950 cottage ranch house, so installing anything is complicated. We are delighted with the hardware & installation. It was a pleasure to...
Total Comfort Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in December 2023
Renken was great from the very beginning. Brent was great sales manager, the installer was very professional. The customer service phone calls were very pleasant. The job was completed without an issue. Thanks Renken for the prompt and professional install.
Renken Remodeling
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Reviewed in July 2023
Installers were on time and went right to work. They were very professional. Good price for a great product.
Honey Do Lists, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
Our house burned down in a devastating fire. We hired Bob and his crew to complete the demolition and remove all the debris. We couldn't believe how quickly they were able to complete the work. Pricing was fair and the work done very professional. Our daughters were impressed by the work as well...
Scalia Development
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Reviewed in June 2022
Installers were very professional and did a great job installing our new basement double door package. Project Manager was also on the job making sure everything was done correctly. Great job Fitch Team!
FITCH CONSTRUCTION, Inc. & the Fitch Design Studio
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Reviewed in June 2021
The sales and installation team were very easy to work with.
Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

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.

Chimneys should either be sealed or waterproofed, which is different from sealing off—closing at both ends—a chimney. Waterproofing and sealing are both crucial steps to take to prevent water damage and the chimney leaking inside the house. While waterproofing is more comprehensive, both help safeguard your chimney, extending its life span and preventing expensive repairs.

Smoke detectors come in two different options: hardwired or battery-operated. While hardwired units are attached directly to the home’s electrical system, a battery-operated smoke detector only needs a simple battery for operation and can be placed virtually anywhere in your home. Some homeowners may mistakenly think their battery-operated units are hardwired in because all their units are interconnected, but many battery-operated units can operate within a smoke alarm network in your home.

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.

You should have either an ABC or K-rated fire extinguisher in the kitchen. ABC fire extinguishers put out wood, trash, paper, plastic, and textile fires along with grease, oil, gas, kerosene, and electrical fires. A class K fire extinguisher is specifically rated for use in the kitchen and is designed to extinguish combustible cooking materials, including grease and fat.

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