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If your home has an existing fireplace, it’s important to take good care of it. Doctor Flue offers a wide range of services to help you maintain the structural integrity and functionality of your fireplace and its chimney. Additionally, if you don’t currently have a fireplace, but would like to install one, Doctor Flue can help!
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Frequently Asked
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Have questions about your chimney or fireplace? You’re not alone! We’ve gathered answers to the most common concerns our customers have about safety, maintenance, and operation.
Have questions about your chimney or fireplace? You’re not alone! We’ve gathered answers to the most common concerns our customers have about safety, maintenance, and operation.
My Chimney smells like soot, especially on humid days.
Almost every chimney has a odor. Most smells are pulled up the chimney by draft. However some chimney’s have “downdrafts”. This is caused by wind, or pressure problems inside the house. The chimney will most likely never stop smelling, but there are ways to get the smell heading in the right direction.
I have cold air coming into my house from my fireplace when not in use.
Almost every chimney has a odor. Most smells are pulled up the chimney by draft. However some chimney’s have “downdrafts”. This is caused by wind, or pressure problems inside the house. The chimney will most likely never stop smelling, but there are ways to get the smell heading in the right direction.
Why do I need a chimney cap?
Almost every chimney has a odor. Most smells are pulled up the chimney by draft. However some chimney’s have “downdrafts”. This is caused by wind, or pressure problems inside the house. The chimney will most likely never stop smelling, but there are ways to get the smell heading in the right direction.
My damper won't open what should I do?
Almost every chimney has a odor. Most smells are pulled up the chimney by draft. However some chimney’s have “downdrafts”. This is caused by wind, or pressure problems inside the house. The chimney will most likely never stop smelling, but there are ways to get the smell heading in the right direction.
I have staining starting to appear on my chimney walls what is causing this?
Almost every chimney has a odor. Most smells are pulled up the chimney by draft. However some chimney’s have “downdrafts”. This is caused by wind, or pressure problems inside the house. The chimney will most likely never stop smelling, but there are ways to get the smell heading in the right direction.
My fireplace smokes when I use it, is there anything you can do?
Almost every chimney has a odor. Most smells are pulled up the chimney by draft. However some chimney’s have “downdrafts”. This is caused by wind, or pressure problems inside the house. The chimney will most likely never stop smelling, but there are ways to get the smell heading in the right direction.
How Do I Know if My Chimney Needs Servicing?
Some chimney problems, such as leaking or spalling, are easily observable. But, in many cases, a chimney may need sweeping or repair, and you may not even know it. To ensure that your chimney is clean and safe to use, Doctor Flue recommends that you schedule a yearly chimney inspection. Our team of CSIA certified technicians will inspect your chimney from the inside-out to determine if your chimney is in safe, working condition. If a problem is detected, we will walk you through all of your chimney service options.
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