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 July 12, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
Megan did an excellent job describing the product and how it will be installed. She was very friendly and easy to talk to even when we asked a lot of questions.
Refloor - Toledo
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Reviewed in June 2025
Beyond happy with Radiant Windows from sales to install. No high pressure sales - they let the product sell itself - and the install crew was exceptional with whole home install completed in 1 day. They also so doors & kitchen and bath designs as well. Would 1000% recommend.
Radiant Windows LLC
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Reviewed in March 2025
Installed a new breaker box for me, on a weekend, after hours, in an emergency. Could not have asked for a more honest, personable experience. They were upfront about the cost, and got the work done asap.
Skyline Electric
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Reviewed in October 2024
The process was easy to schedule & finance, had to wait a little while to get all the pieces to schedule the job but seeing the pieces were all custom made it was expected. Installers Eric & Bob did a nice job working with us during the installation process including a few modification...
Premier Home Pros, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
Mike installed our gutters and gutters guards and facia and new saufits he did an excellent job they are so nice and I would recommend him to any of my family
CMC SEAMLESS
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Reviewed in January 2023
Jami didn't have an easy go of it with the water heater installation. The room has the furnace and water heater in it and it doesn't allow for one to be taken out without taking the other apart, to a degree. He and another guy handled it without any damage to the flooring, walls or ceiling. Yes,...
Affordable Home Services
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Reviewed in September 2022
Knowledgeable and experienced. Dan did a great job, was efficient and friendly. He was able to correct the damages caused by 2 other "professionals" sent by Angi. Pricing was rather high compared to other quotes to install exterior doors, but you get what you pay for in the end. I learned my...
My Handyman of Ann Arbor, Saline, and Chelsea
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Reviewed in August 2022
Gary arrived Friday afternoon to install gate. Found out all hardware was not included in the package. He could have easily wrapped it up and left for the weekend. Instead, he went to Menard's to get the required hardware and came back and completed the install. Customer service is not dead!...
American Fence And Supply, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
Quick and timely installation. Only issue was with the manufacturer of the fence I wanted. Was contacted promptly when fence was obtained and installed within 2 days (including set time for the concrete)
4A Fence & Supply LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
Gerald stayed on the job through the heat and did a very professional job. The install was wood privacy fence with 3 doors. The driveway door was larger then the regular driveway doors with a grade drop throughout the doors. Gerald followed through with the install adding some extra support...
Panhandle Fence Installation, LLC
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

While a hot fire can help heat up and loosen tar within your chimney, making it a recommended step before using a creosote log, it will not burn off significant existing buildup on its own. Attempting to remove built-up creosote with a hot fire is dangerous and can cause a chimney fire. For safe and effective removal of caked-on creosote, the best approach is to hire a professional chimney sweep.

Lightning can cause massive damage, fires, and openings for other threats like bugs or fungal diseases. Barring any large fires or explosions, it’s difficult to tell how much damage a lightning strike has done until after a thorough inspection. Contact local authorities immediately if lightning strikes a tree in your yard and it causes a fire or explosion.

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.

Testing a fire extinguisher by discharging even a small amount will void the warranty on the product. Pushing down the pressure pin on top and waiting to see if it pops up is the best way to ensure it’s still pressurized. If you’re concerned about your extinguisher, hire an expert for a professional inspection.

A spark arrestor is not the same as a chimney cap. Both sit on the top of the chimney. However, the cap keeps debris from entering the chimney, and the spark arrestor’s primary function is to prevent burning embers from escaping. Some spark arrestors are integrated into the chimney cap, and others are installed separately.

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