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It is hard to judge a chimney you cannot see into. So when we find something worth discussing, Chimney Sweep North Vancouver takes a photo and shows you right away: a glazed patch of creosote, a cracked tile, a burner covered in dust. That turns a Chimney Cleaning from a service taken on trust into one you can follow with your own eyes. The same goes for Gas Fireplace Maintenance, where a picture of the pilot assembly says more than a description ever could. Homeowners in North Vancouver get to see exactly what we see.
A small camera or phone captures the inside of the flue after the brushes come out, so a cracked tile or stubborn glaze can be pointed to rather than just mentioned.
Photos of the burner ports, pilot assembly and vent connection make it easy to see what was dirty, what looked worn and what is in good shape.
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Wood split and dried for long enough burns hot and clean, leaving less residue on the flue walls.
Thin, dry pieces get a fire going quickly so the flue warms and starts drawing before the heavier logs go on.
Plain paper and small starter sticks are enough. Flammable liquids have no place near a fireplace.
Painted, stained or pressure-treated wood can give off harsh fumes and leave odd deposits, so it stays out of the stove and fireplace.
Packaging, plastics and wrapping paper burn dirty and can foul the flue quickly, which is why we ask you to keep them out.
Hissing, smoky wood is a sign of moisture. We show you how to check with a meter or a simple knock test.
When a fireplace stops behaving, people tend to blame the wood, the weather or themselves. Often the cause is simpler and easier to fix than expected. The answers below suggest where to look first and when to stop poking around and bring in help. If your fireplace in North Vancouver has developed a habit you do not like, tell Chimney Sweep North Vancouver what it is doing.
