Frequently asked questions
What is a chimney fire?
Caused by a build-up of exhaust
byproducts (creosote) due to insufficient
combustion that when heated up, ignite
in the chimney. Temperatures can often
exceed 2000 degrees during the fire-- flames can
leap out of the chimney and travel through
cracks and chimney walls. These flames can
ignite framing within the walls as well as
bushes & trees outside the home. This
excessive heat damages chimney liners, cracks
chimney walls and can damage many types of
factory-built metal chimneys.
How
often should I clean my chimney?
Your chimney should be inspected & cleaned by a certified professional at least annually.
Why do I need a cap?
Caps keep out rain, which can form lye inside
your firebox and destroy firebox walls.
They also keep out rodents & pests, which can
contaminate your house with bacteria & insects.
How often should my dryer vent be cleaned?
Your dryer vent should be cleaned twice a year.
How often should I clean my air ducts?
It is recommended & HVAC systems have a cleaning
occur once every two years. This helps
promote indoor air quality and allows your
heating/cooling plant to function efficiently.
Why does my chimney leak?
There are many reasons why your chimney may
leak, such as: missing cap, a cracked &
deteriorating crown/wash, deteriorating mortar
joints, leaking flashing, a bad roof, missing
cricket, etc.
Why did my furnace or boiler chimney get clogged?
The exhaust byproducts can be very acidic and
when mixed with condensation, which commonly
occurs, can create an acid mixture which will
deteriorate your flue lining. Pieces of
flue lining and chimney will accumulate at the
base of the flue where the breech from your
furnace or boiler is made. When this
occurs, your chimney is clogged-- and now
exhaust byproducts, such as carbon monoxide, are
contaminating your living space.
This is why all heating plant flues, including
hot water heater flues, should be
inspected once
a year by a certified professional.
why choose us
Proudly serving Ocean, Monmouth and Middlesex Counties since 1989.
We utilize the latest tools and technologies to solve many of the chimney, fireplace, heating, carbon monoxide and general venting problems that arise today.
Whether or not you choose Certified for your chimney needs, always make sure that your contractor has insurance specifically for chimney work-- this is a difficult policy to obtain and many chimney contractors do not have the proper insurance.
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