We are going into fireplace season soon ... but we don't really think about the fireplace until we are ready to fire it up. The truth there is some maintenance that should happen every year to keep this popular heat source operational.
- annual inspections by a professional chimney sweep
- regular cleaning to keep the fireplace free of obstructions and creosote
- installation of a removable cap at the top of the chimney to keep out debris and animals
- installation of a spark arrestor with mesh
- keep the area around the fireplace free of combustible materials
- keep the screen closed when using the fireplace
- keep glass doors open when using the fireplace
Thank you for the info
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