FAQ
Here Are Some Commonly Asked Questions Regarding Your Chimney Care
Here Are Some Commonly Asked Questions Regarding Your Chimney Care
1. How often do I need to clean my wood-burning fireplace chimney?
It is recommended that a wood- burning fireplace be cleaned after one cord*of wood has been burned since the last time the fireplace was cleaned. in accordance to NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Code 211 an inspection is recommended annually. * A Cord of Wood measures 4' x 4' x 8' (128 cubic feet)
It is recommended that a wood- burning fireplace be cleaned after one cord*of wood has been burned since the last time the fireplace was cleaned. in accordance to NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Code 211 an inspection is recommended annually. * A Cord of Wood measures 4' x 4' x 8' (128 cubic feet)
2. Do I need to be home?
Yes, the fireplace or furnace flue cleaning take place on the inside of the home, and sometimes also from the outside.
Yes, the fireplace or furnace flue cleaning take place on the inside of the home, and sometimes also from the outside.
3. Should I expect a mess?
At Atlanta Chimeny Sweeps we guarantee a mess free job. We understand that your home is your castle and we will treat your property with the utmost of respect at all times.
At Atlanta Chimeny Sweeps we guarantee a mess free job. We understand that your home is your castle and we will treat your property with the utmost of respect at all times.
4. Does my gaslog burning fireplace chimney require routine cleaning and inspection?
Absolutely. Routine inspection is imperative in avoiding a potential gas leak disaster. As far as cleaning goes, your gaslogs will deposit signifigant amounts of carbon to your firebox and chimney.
Absolutely. Routine inspection is imperative in avoiding a potential gas leak disaster. As far as cleaning goes, your gaslogs will deposit signifigant amounts of carbon to your firebox and chimney.
5. Smoke backs up into my house when I use my fireplace. Can this be helped?
Yes. Smoke problems occur for a variety of reasons. In some cases the fireplace has a poor draw, in other situations smoke travels to other parts of the house through gaps in the liner. In other homes wind blows down the flue.
Yes. Smoke problems occur for a variety of reasons. In some cases the fireplace has a poor draw, in other situations smoke travels to other parts of the house through gaps in the liner. In other homes wind blows down the flue.
6. I see water leaking into the firebox of my fireplace and I also see water stains on the ceiling and the wall next to the fireplace. Can you help me?
Yes, Atlanta Chimney Sweeps can help you prevent future leaks, but doing these repairs will not remove existing stains. Atlanta chimney sweeps installs protective chimney covers and dampers. We seal crowns and flashings and also do chimney tuck pointing and chimney rebuilding.
Yes, Atlanta Chimney Sweeps can help you prevent future leaks, but doing these repairs will not remove existing stains. Atlanta chimney sweeps installs protective chimney covers and dampers. We seal crowns and flashings and also do chimney tuck pointing and chimney rebuilding.
7. I have gaps and cracks in the walls of my prefab fireplace. Do you install replacement parts for pre-fab fireplaces?
Yes, In most cases replacement parts can be ordered if the manufacturer is still in operation. However, most cracks can be mended with the correct repair cement.
Yes, In most cases replacement parts can be ordered if the manufacturer is still in operation. However, most cracks can be mended with the correct repair cement.
8. My fireplace smells especially during the summer when it's hot and humid. Is there any relief for me?
Yes and no. There are a variety of situations that result in the "burnt" odor in your home. Proper cleaning will help alleviate this. In addition, Chimney deodorants will freshen things up.
Yes and no. There are a variety of situations that result in the "burnt" odor in your home. Proper cleaning will help alleviate this. In addition, Chimney deodorants will freshen things up.
9. How do I know that my chimney and/or firebox needs tuckpointing and/or rebuilding?
Take a close look at the walls of your masonry chimney. Do you see cracks, crumbling bricks, uneven areas of mortar, voids, and noticeable gaps between the bricks? If the answer is yes or you are not sure, then contact us to provide an estimate for repair of the damaged areas on your chimney.
Take a close look at the walls of your masonry chimney. Do you see cracks, crumbling bricks, uneven areas of mortar, voids, and noticeable gaps between the bricks? If the answer is yes or you are not sure, then contact us to provide an estimate for repair of the damaged areas on your chimney.
10. What can you do about a whitish discoloration on the outside of my chimney?
The whitish discoloration on the exterior of the furnace chimney is efflorescence. It is caused by the escape of gases through gaps in the liner, and from an overabundance of water in the chimney chase. In most cases an acid wash and special water proofing treatment can remedy this situation
The whitish discoloration on the exterior of the furnace chimney is efflorescence. It is caused by the escape of gases through gaps in the liner, and from an overabundance of water in the chimney chase. In most cases an acid wash and special water proofing treatment can remedy this situation
11. How do I pay for this service?
Payment is due at the time of service. We are pleased to accept major credit cards, cash or personal checks.
Payment is due at the time of service. We are pleased to accept major credit cards, cash or personal checks.
