When caring for your home, you need to make sure that every part of it is kept clean and properly functioning at all times. Your chimneys are no exception. Here are some tips to help you take better care of your chimneys throughout any season.
Do Simple Inspections
Preventing chimney malfunction starts with you and the little things you should a habit of on a daily basis. Watch out for ash buildup in your fireplace, and clear it out daily, particularly during the colder months. Look out for stains that are difficult to remove, and get help from a professional cleaner to deal with them. If you suspect that any part of your chimneys is out of order, whether from inside your home or outside, call for help as soon as possible.
Work With the Best
Your choice of chimney experts to work with is of utmost importance, especially when serious repairs are needed. Don’t entrust your home to just anyone. Do some research to find out which service providers have a good reputation in your area. Ask for references from people you trust. Verify any certification claims, and inquire about insurance and work guarantees. At Chimney Doctors, for instance, we recommend chimney relining and repair only after conducting adequate inspections to ensure that the work we do is both necessary and will be benefit our customers for a long time.
Keep a Regular Maintenance Schedule
The frequency with which you need to have your chimneys inspected depends on how much you use your fireplace. Once a year inspections are good for occasional fireplace use, but immediate inspections are also needed after severe weather incidents. Keeping a maintenance schedule is also useful in detecting possible problems early and getting them fixed before they get worse.
If you need better guidance in keeping your chimneys well-maintained, let the Chimney Doctors help you out. We have been a locally owned and operated chimney masonry repair and maintenance services business for over 20 years now. We are fully licensed and fully insured, and recognized members of the New York State Chimney Sweep Guild and the National Chimney Sweep Guild. Give us a call at (518) 633-5900. Estimates are free for homeowners in the Saratoga Springs, NY, area.
