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Chimney Inspection Levels: What Are They & What Do They Mean?

By Doctor Flue | Published June 28, 2017

The off-season is a great time to plan your chimney inspection. Especially for frequent fireplace users, you’ll keep your chimney well-maintained so you can enjoy it right away when the frigid weather comes around again. You may be surprised to discover that not all chimney inspections are the same. Depending on the circumstances, your chimney […]

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Don’t Let Chimney & Fireplace Mold Harm Your Health & Home!

By Doctor Flue | Published May 17, 2017

Every homeowner has heard horror stories about finding mold in a home. While these stories are often true, they tend to suggest that mold is most commonly found in basements and abandoned buildings. Did you know that your chimney and fireplace, when not properly maintained, create a perfect environment for the growth of dangerous molds? […]

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Seal Your Fireplace/Chimney to Prevent Energy Loss & Save Money

By Doctor Flue | Published February 23, 2017

  The cozy, wood-burning fireplace in your home could be melting away your family’s budget. It’s estimated that American households lose up to 6 billion dollars a year in wasted energy due to a poorly-sealed chimney. Why Does Heat Loss Occur? While the perfect winter scene is set, the fire draws in the oxygen it […]

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Don’t Fall Victim to Fireplace Carbon Monoxide Poisoning!

By Doctor Flue | Published January 10, 2017

Carbon monoxide gas: You can’t see it, smell it, or taste it – but it can kill you, silently and with little warning. Each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning not linked to fires, according to statistics from the Center for Disease Control. More than 20,000 are treated in […]

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Do I Need to Clean My Unused Fireplace?

By Doctor Flue | Published December 21, 2016

Open any interior design magazine and you’re likely to spot one: The Unused Fireplace – retired, but still looking great with a stylish makeover. Maybe you’re even considering doing it yourself, thinking you may save money because you won’t need an annual chimney inspection and cleaning. Think again. Your fireplace is more than just decoration. […]

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Does Your Dirty Chimney Really Need to Be Swept?

By Doctor Flue | Published March 24, 2015

“Was it dirty?” Our technicians are often asked this question when evaluating a homeowner’s wood burning system. In reality, anyone can reach into a chimney and get soot on their hand. Every chimney is a little dirty! But, that doesn’t necessarily mean that it needs to be swept. So how do we determine if a […]

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What to Expect During a Chimney Inspection and Cleaning

By Doctor Flue | Published October 7, 2014

Did you know that homeowners in the US lose more than $200 million each year due to unsafe chimneys? Don’t let your chimney to get so out-of-hand that you become a contributor to this statistic! To avoid a potential chimney or fireplace fire, it’s important to get a chimney inspection every year. Similarly, if your […]

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How To Hire A Chimney Sweep

By Doctor Flue | Published December 13, 2012

Are you in search of a reliable chimney sweep? If it’s a chimney cleaning or an annual inspection you’re after, prior research into the chimney service company is important. Due to the Chimney Safety Institute of America’s (CSIA) recommendation to hire CSIA Certified Chimney Sweeps®, it encouraged for each homeowner to enforce these qualifications before […]

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Chimney Cleaning in Michigan and Ohio

By Doctor Flue | Published September 20, 2012

Winter is coming to Michigan and Ohio very soon.  Are you ready?  Have you contacted Doctor Flue, inc. about your chimney cleaning needs? If you plan to use your fireplace this winter, it is very important that your chimney is inspected prior to use.  If your chimney hasn’t been cleaned or inspected in a while, […]

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Dr. Flue: Professional Chimney Cleaning & Inspections

By Doctor Flue | Published June 21, 2012

Ever hired an unreliable or unprofessional chimney sweep?  If so, you know that individuals that are not experienced or properly trained when it comes to correctly cleaning a chimney can leave behind a mess and may even do unseen damage in the process. This is why many homeowners in the area have turned to Dr. […]

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