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>

Can I leave my fireplace burning overnight?

• <div><p>No, you should never leave a fireplace burning overnight or unattended during the day. While fireplaces are made to contain fires, fires can and do spread from fireplaces, so it’s crucial that you’re there to monitor them and put them out if needed. If you’re worried about putting out a fire before bed, stop feeding it fuel long before bedtime and actively put out the fire using your poker, a shovel, and some baking soda.</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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I needed bookshelves installed, and Travis at Helping Hand did an excellent job securing them. He really listened to my vision and instructions and brought it to life perfectly. Travis was professional, skilled, and clearly very competent in his work. I’ll definitely be using this service again...
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Andrew was very professional & had our toilet installed in no time at all. Would recommend Total Comfort Solutions if you need Plumbing done. Holiday weekend they were out here within an hour of calling them.
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Everyone from Renewal By Andersen was so professional and knowledgeable- from my Design Consultant, Monique, to my Window Installers, Henry and Miguel. I love my new basement windows! Great experience!!!!
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Reviewed in October 2024
These guys were extremely easy to work with. They communicated well leading up to the day of installation and installation was completely done within a few hours. When the city came out to check the install and permit stuff, the city was shocked and asked me who installed because NONE of the...
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Trent & Tanner did a great job installing my fireplace. They were very professional & curtious. I was not there during the beginning of the installation. Upon seeing it, I realized the fireplace was SOOO much bigger than what I thought I'd ordered. I asked them to stop working,...
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Ernesto and his team were great to work with. The other companies I asked to give quotes immediately set $ minimums. He actually came to look at the house and evaluate the paint we had on hand for the job. Then he sent a very reasonable quote, breaking down the details so we knew exactly what to...
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Great company. Easy install of a completely new shower in one day!
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Easy to work with. Professional installation completed in 4 hours. Ana and Arnoldo are a winning team.
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He installed an attic fan for me. His communication was very good, and he left everything clean when he was finished with the work. Very good to work with overall!
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

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

The short answer is yes, but the longer answer is more complex. Unless the fireplace is ventless by design, you’ll need some type of exhaust pipe system to safely send fumes and other harmful byproducts out of the house. Even then, ventless fireplaces are not always permitted because they do keep the byproducts inside of your house. Ventless fireplaces are safest when installed in spaces that are themselves well-ventilated, like large rooms with lots of windows.

No, you should never leave a fireplace burning overnight or unattended during the day. While fireplaces are made to contain fires, fires can and do spread from fireplaces, so it’s crucial that you’re there to monitor them and put them out if needed. If you’re worried about putting out a fire before bed, stop feeding it fuel long before bedtime and actively put out the fire using your poker, a shovel, and some baking soda.

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.

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.

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