Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readCreosoteDeposits of hydrocarbons that were in the smoke going up the chimney that have condensed into a solid form.
Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readCricket or Saddle(also referred to as a Saddle) A ridge that extends from the back of the chimney to the slope of the roof, with the purpose of shedding...
Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readParging A thin coat of mortar applied to the inside of a masonry chimney or to the walls of a smoke chamber designed to reduce the resistance of...
Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readThroatOpening above a fireplace firebox through which flue gases pass from the firebox to the flue. The fireplace damper frame assembly is...
Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readThermal Expansion Alteration to temperature inside a chimney or duct system that causes the metal surfaces to expand.
Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readVideo ScanIncorporating a closed circuit video camera and monitor, for inspecting the interior of flues and other inaccessible areas. This...
Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readDamperA damper is a device for controlling the flow of air or smoke in a chimney or woodstove. In its most common form, plate located in the...
Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readChimney LinerChimney Liner - The inner portion of the chimney that contains the products of combustion. It can be made of clay tiles or of metal. The...
Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readInsuranceMany home insurance policies actually require an annual chimney cleaning and inspection. If you suffer from a house fire and can’t...
Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readDefinitions....Safety firstChimney Chase - The area or structure around metal flue pipes. The chase is usually built with wood or steel studs with an exterior that...
Michael ProtoSep 12, 20191 min readChimney SweepingChimney Cleaning (Sweeping) - The process of removing soot, creosote, and debris from a chimney. ... This means that any holes, cracks or...