Honeycutt Chimney Sweeping and Inspection

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We service the following areas: Harrisonburg, Warren, Shenandoah, Page, Rockingham, Waynesboro, Staunton, Augusta, Lockbridge and Winchester

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Creosote and soot are natural byproducts of burning fuel, Dirty Chimney deposited on the inside of your chimney or flue pipe as a solid sticky, black layer that is highly flammable. This needs to be regularly cleaned from your chimney or flue pipe. To reduce build up and use fuel efficiently, keep your fires hot, and provide them with plenty of oxygen. Damping fires to keep them burning longer produces more smoke and solid by-products. On average, your chimney needs to be cleaned after every two cords of wood that are burned. An annual inspection and cleaning is recommended for most average wood stove users. A properly functioning chimney has enough draft to pull smoke out of your home and provide enough oxygen for hot, complete burning of wood to occur. It is important that your chimney is the right type and style for your firebox or stove. In addition, it should be installed properly in your home in compliance with building codes and manufacturer instructions. A well-designed system has the following performance characteristics: * fires light easily and burn bright and hot. * draft builds quickly. * lighting fires does not cause smoke to fill room. * opening the door does not cause smoke to spill out. * when not in use, air flows into the stove. * Cold air and bad smells do not come out. Chimney inspections are done by certified professionals using state of the art techniques and tools. A malfunctioning chimney can allow carbon monoxide into your living space. It causes illness and death if it is inhaled in large amounts. For the safety of your family and guests is critical to that your chimney is maintained properly with annual inspections. You should also have carbon monoxide detectors installed on each floor of your home, as well as in sleeping areas. Carbon monoxide detectors can let you know if there are possible problems with the venting systems of your furnace, gas hot water heater, or gas stove and will keep you from being harmed from prolonged exposure to low levels of carbon monoxide.

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Phone: (540) 383-1137

Address: 782 Stephen Conrad Rd, Elkton, VA 22827