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Birds Nests and build up of soot. <\/strong> Carbon Monoxide poisoning. (CO)<\/strong> Preventing Chimney Fires.<\/strong><\/span> It is recommended that these measures are taken to help reduce the When fuels burn in an appliance, the fumes that are the by-products of combustion-including carbon monoxide – are released into the chimney. Removing these fumes from the living area is the main purpose of a chimney. In addition to carrying off toxic gases, chimneys also create the draught (flow of air) that provides the proper air and fuel mixture for efficient operation of the heating appliance. Unfortunately, many chimneys in daily use in homes throughout the country either are improperly sized or have conditions that make them unable to perform their intended function.<\/p>\n
\nThis is potentially very dangerous and without doubt the number one reason to have your chimney swept.
\nBirds nesting in chimneys is one of the most common problems. The birds will collect materials for their new home in the chimney, and within a few days a full nest can be built which can block the chimney and stop the fumes from escaping. If the nest becomes wet during wet weather the nest can begin to decay and smell. This is not only unpleasant but can also damage the chimney lining.
\nSoot buildup within the chimney can cause a blockage, causing the fumes to enter the room instead of exiting through the chimney safely, causing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.<\/p>\n
\nAll chimneys and flue-ways should be cleaned and checked during the
\nsummer months to ensure they are free from debris and in full working
\norder before the heating season. A blocked or defective chimney can
\ncause both chimney fires and carbon monoxide poisonings so its very
\nimportant to employ a professional qualified Chimney Sweep<\/p>\nPlacement of a carbon monoxide detector<\/h3>\n
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\nThe most common causes of chimney fires are:<\/p>\n\n
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\nrisk of chimney fire:
\nChimneys must be swept on a regular basis this can be as much as twice
\nin the burning season (winter) but at least once per season regardless
\nof fuel type.
\nAll wood burned must have a moisture content of no more than 17 percent.
\nIt is important to purchase the correct size appliance for your room,
\nan appliance which is too large will never be used hot enough to
\nvolatize all of the fuel within the wood and unburned fuel will pass
\nup the chimney as smoke and condense within the flue as extremely
\nflammable creosote.
\nRemember a blocked flue can kill and the exclusion of air will put out a fire, if in doubt call Elite chimney sweep.<\/p>\nThe Institute of Chimney Sweeps recommend \u00a0the following:<\/h3>\n
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