Chimneys
 | Installing a chimney hood Chimneys Rather than installing a masonry you can choose a more cost effective and less tumultuous method represented by the stainless steel chimney and its stainless steel chimney hood. They are neater and are more efficient in absorbing gases and can be ... |
 | Installing a chimney flue cap Chimneys Installing a flue cap will increase the lifespan of a chimney and improve its efficiency. It can be installed either when the chimney is built, or any other time. The task of installing a flue cap is easy and can be surely done without profession ... |
 | Clearing a blocked chimney Chimneys It is very important to clean out a chimney, especially if it is blocked. Soot and creosote, produced when burning fuel in the fireplace, can build-up in the chimney and block it, increasing the risk of a fire hazard. Also, these byproducts are ... |
 | Insulated chimney pipe construction Chimneys An insulated chimney pipe is used mainly in homes that have wood, oil, coal or gas fueled appliances. This also applies for homeowners with a wood stove. The pipe can withstand very high temperatures, because it must take all the heat coming from ... |
 | About chimney caps Chimneys Chimney caps are made either from stainless or galvanized steel or copper. They are used to protect the chimney, keeping any rainwater, small animals like birds from entering and damaging the chimney. Brick or clay chimney walls can can be damage ... |
 | Chimney damper advantages Chimneys A chimney damper is used to keep the hot air resulted after burning fuel in the fireplace, inside the home, even when the fireplace isn't used. Some chimney dampers adjust depending on the role they have to fulfill. Some dampers have rubber aroun ... |
 | About chimney removal Chimneys Knowing the steps you have to follow to properly remove a chimney will assure you a well done job. Costs The total costs of the chimney removing procedure depends on the way you plan to do it, either by yourself or by hiring a professional. ... |
 | Chimney clean out door Chimneys Situated either behind the fireplace or outside the house, the chimney clean out door is the place through which you take rubbish out. Clean out door Get rid of any bricks, debris and dust before you open the chimney clean out door. In ... |
 | Cleaning a wood stove chimney Chimneys A wood stove is a good addition to the home, but can also become troublesome. Regular maintenance is very important. Cleaning any build-up of soot and creosote in wood stove chimney will prevent any possible fire hazards. You can easily clean the ... |
 | How to cement a chimney crown Chimneys There are a few things you must know before starting the task of cementing a chimney crown. Mortar cleaning Use a chisel to remove any mortar residue that might be in the area, then clean any remove any remaining pieces using a wire brush. ... |
