Chimneys

Cleaning a fireplace chimney
Cleaning a fireplace chimney
Chimneys
Cleaning a fireplace chimney is a job that can be done by almost anyone. Why spend a lot of money when you can do the job by yourself. Instructions One of the products emanated from the smoke and gases produced by the burning logs is creo ...

Buying flexible flue liners
Buying flexible flue liners
Chimneys
Flexible flue liners are one of the most important parts of a chimney. In order for the chimneys to be protected from harsh environmental conditions and damages,  it’s necessary for them to have these components installed. One of the elements tha ...

Using a chimney barbecue starter
Using a chimney barbecue starter
Chimneys
A chimney barbecue starter is a very effective way of lighting a fire for a barbecue. It is essentially a metal cylinder composed of 2 parts. A lower one which houses the flammable materials and an upper part that needs to be loaded with charcoal ...

Mobile home chimney cleaning
Mobile home chimney cleaning
Chimneys
Chimneys must be regularly cleaned because if not, the buildup of creosote resulted when burning fuel, can cause fires or other issues. Creosote buildups, birds nests and debris are the most common things that block a chimney. If you do not think ...

About chimney protective screens
About chimney protective screens
Chimneys
Birds tend to nest on top of the top of the chimney. This can cause blockage and user issues. Apart from nesting on the chimney, birds can also enter the house this way. Instructions To keep birds out and away from your chimney, you should ...

Chimney cap installation
Chimney cap installation
Chimneys
A chimney cap keeps out animals from entering the chimney and prevents sparks from shooting out the chimney and causing damage. Find out the length and width of the chimney opening. Purchase a spark arrestor chimney cap. It has smaller holes ...

Chimney brushing
Chimney brushing
Chimneys
It is very important to brush your chimney at least once or twice a year, to avoid build-up of byproducts like creosote. These buildups increase the risks of fire hazards, metal warping or liner cracks. Brushing the chimney is a mandatory task. ...

About chimney charcoal starter
About chimney charcoal starter
Chimneys
A chimney charcoal starter is used to light charcoal easy and quick. Using a charcoal started means you don't have to use lighter fluid, thus minimizing any harmful fumes that might be emitted. Instructions Put the charcoal starter upside ...

Building a wood stove block chimney
Building a wood stove block chimney
Chimneys
A wood stove chimney gas a special opening at the base, for ash removal and flange that is 6 feet off the floor where the pipe from the stove enters the flue. The top opening and these ones are the only opening of the wood stove chimney. This is ...

About chimney insulation
About chimney insulation
Chimneys
Chimney insulation is necessary to assure warm air doesn't escape the home and cold air stays outside. This way you will save energy  and improve the effectiveness of the chimney. Using blankets, ready mix or wrap kit are all effective ways of in ...