Chimneys
 | Why to install a chimney cap Chimneys Many of those who own a chimney think whether or not to purchase a chimney cap. Definition The chimney cap or crown is a small, usually square metal device that is attached to the chimney top. Water issues A chimney cap will prevent w ... |
 | Chimney cap repair Chimneys A chimney cap should be regularly cleaned and repaired if necessary. Keeping the chimney cap in good shape helps protect your chimney over time. Preparations First of all you have to lay a tarp over the area where you will be working on for ... |
 | About chimney flue cleaning Chimneys Unless you live in a place where it's always cold, the best thing you can do when autumn is near is to clean the chimney flue. You should right down the dimensions and shape of the chimney flue and then go to the hardware store, to buy brushes an ... |
 | Stainless steel chimney cap advantages Chimneys If you wish to purchase a chimney cap, your best choice is the stainless steel type. It not only is a functional way of keeping small animals, birds, rain, snow and debris from entering the chimney but it is also a decorative element for the roof ... |
 | Insulating a chimney flue Chimneys Insulating a chimney flue is important to maintain the safety of your home and family when you use the chimney. Reasons to insulate flue Sudden temperature changes can damage the chimney, and cause cracking or even breaking of bricks or eve ... |
 | Round chimney cap advantages Chimneys There are many upsides of using round chimney caps. They come in a multitude of sizes, styles and designs but also deffer by quality. Small animals The chimney cap keeps small animals like squirrels, birds, bats from entering the chimney ... |
 | About chimney sweeping Chimneys Nowadays, the need to hire a professional chimney sweeper is certainly much lower than it once was. A chimney sweeper now must also help maintain the fireplace and other systems that use oil, natural gas or even wood, in a proper state. Modern ... |
 | Chimney brush types Chimneys Chimney brushes are the main tools used to clean chimney flues. When cleaning the flue you must use the right sized, and proper shaped tools for the job. Brush material Chimney brushes can be made of metal wire or polypropylene. Depending o ... |
 | Installing a chimney cap screen cover Chimneys A chimney cap prevents byproducts like ashes from blowing out through the chimney and keeps water, snow and other external factors from entering the chimney. Installing a screen cover for the chimney cap is a relatively easy task to accomplish if ... |
 | Chimney pipe cleaning Chimneys The process of cleaning a chimney pipe is very important. Keeping your chimney pipe clean helps avoid fire hazards. You can do this task by yourself and save some money, or hire a professional chimney sweeper to do the job for you. Tools and m ... |
