Stop Chimney Fires

10/26/2020 (Permalink)

Chimney fires can be preventable

Every year in the United States there are more than 25,000 chimney fires. On average these yearly fires cause more than $125 million in property damage.

These tragedies are often preventable. Regular inspection, cleaning, and repair of your chimney can help prevent malfunction or dangerous build-up that could put your family at risk.

If you implement these prevention tips to help avoid chimney fires, you could save your family! 

1. Minimize creosote build-up in the chimney
2. Get an annual chimney inspection
3. Clean your chimney or have it professionally cleaned when you discover a 1/8-inch layer of build-up on the walls
4. Install an appropriate fitting chimney cap
5. Use only safe approved fire starters
6. Practice clean burning techniques Only

If you experience a Chimney Fire that smokes or soots up your house, call the Professionals at SERVPRO of Quincy to clean your home properly.

217-223-2993

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