How Do You Clean Creosote Buildup In A Chimney?
Cleaning buildup from your chimney should be done once a year. The fall seems to be the ideal time for this, especially if you use your fireplace often in the winter. Soot and creosote deposits buildup in your chimney and can partially or totally block the opening, causing smoke to be sucked into your home. Another sign of heavy buildup is a poorly burning fire. It can be done without hiring a chimney sweep, if you are up to the dirty task. Creosote is flammable and can cause house fires if there is too much buildup. Be sure to wear old work clothes, as this job can be messy. Before buying a chimney brush, measure the chimney opening so that you can purchase the appropriate size chimney brush. Use drop cloths to cover carpet, rugs and furniture. Tape a drop cloth around the opening tightly with the duct tape. This will help minimize the mess and keep soot, ashes and other debris from flying all over the room. Climb the ladder onto the roof with your chimney cleaning brush. Insert the b
