Your Go-To Fireplace Repair Specialists in San Lorenzo,CA
- Chimney repair
- Chimney installation
- Chimney cleaning
- Fireplace repair and maintenance
- Fireplace inspection
Common Problems, Causes and Solutions
Smoke coming into the house
This can happen when the chimney flue is blocked or the damper is open too wide. Causes can include birds or animals nesting in the chimney, a blocked vent, or a poor draft due to poor chimney design or placement.
Solution: Properly size and install the chimney flue, adding a vent to the outside wall, and improving the air flow in and around the fireplace.
Difficult to light
This may be due to a faulty ignitor switch or insufficient fuel supply.
Solution: Clean out any soot buildup and make sure the pilot light is working properly, as well as checking that the gas valve is open and that there is enough fuel in the fireplace.
Excessive soot buildup
This can be caused by burning wood that is too damp or an incorrectly sized flue.
Solution: Use only well-seasoned wood and making sure the flue size is appropriate for the size of your fireplace.
Sparks flying out of the fireplace
This can be caused by burning wood that is too soft or high temperatures in the firebox.
Solution: Use only hardwoods and reduce the heat in the firebox by adding smaller logs or burning smaller amounts of wood.
17331 Hesperian Blvd STE 15, San Lorenzo, CA 94580
Fireplace Cleaning and Inspections
Fireplace cleaning and inspections are important aspects of home maintenance. Fireplaces require regular care and maintenance in order to ensure safe and efficient operation.
A fireplace should be professionally cleaned at least once a year by a qualified professional to ensure that creosote, the combustible material formed when wood is burned, does not build up in the chimney.
Having this done annually can not only help keep the flue in good condition, but it can also help prevent chimney fires which can be dangerous and potentially cost thousands of dollars to repair.
In addition to having a professional clean your chimney, you should also have a qualified technician inspect your fireplace and flue for potential problems such as cracks or other structural issues. This is especially important in older homes where the fireplace may have been neglected during previous seasons. An inspection can catch problems before they become more serious, and can save you money in the long run by avoiding costly repairs.
It is important to use a qualified service provider when cleaning or inspecting your fireplace. Inexperienced do-it-yourselfers may miss important details or overlook potential hazards, and this could lead to dangerous results.
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Keeping up with regular fireplace cleaning and inspections is essential for maintaining a safe home environment.
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