Chimney care guide
A season-by-season checklist for homeowners.
Spring
- Inspect for winter damage.
- Schedule a cleaning.
- Check for animal nests.
- Test the damper.
Summer
- Install a chimney cap.
- Waterproof the masonry.
- Inspect for vegetation.
- Clean the chimney thoroughly.
Fall
- Schedule an inspection.
- Check the chimney liner.
- Inspect the chimney crown.
- Prepare for more frequent use.
Winter
- Burn seasoned wood.
- Monitor for drafts.
- Check smoke flow.
- Keep vents clear.
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