What is the Chimney Sweeping Log?
A chimney sweeping log is a device that is burned in a fireplace to make a chimney cleaner and less prone to fires. While it is recommended to have a chimney cleaned yearly in places where a chimney is used three or more times a week during the heating season, some claim the logs can be almost as effective as a chimney cleaning. Those using a chimney sweeping log should keep some things in mind, however. Chimneys need consistent attention to be maintained in proper working condition. When a fire is first lit, and to a lesser extent when it is burning, deposits build up inside the chimney in the form of creosote. This tar-like substance can ignite, causing a chimney fire. These hot fires can be extremely dangerous to the entire house, quickly melting the chimney and spreading to other areas. While a chimney sweeping log is meant to save money, even the warnings on most packages say that the logs are not meant to take the place of a regular, professional inspection. Even those using a ch
