Safely Starting a Fire

It takes strategy and skill to build a fire in your fireplace that is both safe and enjoyable to watch. A well-constructed fire may be as simple as following some basic instructions and remembering a few safety measures. There is now a list of things you need to do to ensure a safe fire in your fireplace. Now, let’s take a look at each of them individually:

-The accumulation of creosote may be avoided with an annual chimney inspection and cleaning.
-Clear away the ash from the last fire.
-The damper has to be wide open. Whatever type of damper it is,
whether it’s in the neck or the top, it needs to be open.
After you’ve attended to the aforementioned details, you may go on to laying down the foundation for your fire. When you crumple up some paper and lay it in the fireplace grate, the air is drawn in and the smoke is sent up the chimney with a healthy draft. The next step is to lay down strips of wood on the paper. Be sure to stock up on wooden slats. Most people like chemical-free, all-natural materials like wood or fatwood. The next step is to lay down a crisscross pattern of hardwood over the top of this layer. It is not necessary to apply a heavy coating; a simple one would do.

The last step is to start a fire, so go to it! Make a few crumples in some paper and ignite them. Keep the papers within the fireplace as the chimney heats up and the air flows upwards. Once that’s done, tear up some paper and toss it into the fireplace grate to be set ablaze. A few of split logs should be added to the fire once the blaze has moved to the hardwood. The wood needs to be strategically placed so that it acts as a heat mirror, warming the entire space.

The Time Is Now, While It’s Still Warm Before the Winter
Now that the nights are drawing in, you may be tempted to light a fire in the fireplace. For me, nothing beats curling up in my favorite recliner in front of a roaring fire with a good book (like The Lord of the Rings or The Chronicles of Narnia). When I go anywhere, my dog always comes along. Don’t allow the fact that the leaves are beginning to change color and the temperature is continuing to drop persuade you to put off having your chimney swept and cleaned.

It’s a flue or chimney!!! Mine has never been professionally cleaned, yet it continues to function perfectly. When you experience the consequences of a dirty chimney, you’ll rethink your position. Carbon monoxide is very dangerous and should never be played with, especially given how simple it is to avoid exposure. Don’t forget to call us this year to inspect your chimney and get it in working order before the weather gets too chilly.

Keep this in mind while deciding on a chimney sweep service. They should be properly accredited. We do, and the last thing we need is some jerk climbing onto your roof without any clue what he’s doing. Don’t let that put you off scheduling an appointment though; an examination and cleaning is crucial.

What would happen if you didn’t clear out your gutters? The weight of the home causes them to separate from the foundation and droop after a few years of neglect. If they are clogged or damaged, you may forget about them completing their job. The gutters of your home are a lot like your chimney. You can’t expect it to function perfectly while it’s clogged with years’ worth of accumulated smoke residue; it was made for a certain reason.

If you suspect that your chimney or fireplace is having some issues, have an expert inspect it. Call Local Chimney Sweep Cleaning today. We also offer Chimney Cleaning Fresno and other affordable services.

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