Chimney Maintenance and Safety

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Firewood, Woodstove, and Chimney Prep For The Coming Winter
https://www.backdoorsurvival.com/firewood-woodstove-and-chimney-prep-for-the-coming-winter/

It is that time of the year. Firewood, woodstoves, and chimneys start to need some attention if they are to be used safely or effectively to heat your home or business during the cold months. ---CONTINUED---

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Tell-Tale Signs of a Chimney Fire and How to Prevent it
https://loucurley.com/tell-tale-signs-chimney-fire-prevent/

One of the scariest things to know about chimney fires is that they can sometimes go unnoticed. Unfortunately, these are among the most common reasons for house fires, so it is important to understand how to prevent this from happening. You cannot eliminate the risk completely, but you should all the necessary steps to protect your home and family. ---CONTINUED---

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How to maintain your chimney
https://www.backwoodshome.com/how-to-maintain-your-chimney/

It is crucial to maintain your chimney so that it will provide that good service safely and for many years.

Chimneys may be made of different materials, but one thing is certain, the need to keep the flue clean and functioning is mandatory.

When it comes to cleaning your chimney, the first question is usually this. ---CONTINUED---