Solutions for a Smelly Chimney
Does your chimney smell bad? Is it beginning to bother you? Are you not sure why it smells or what to do about it? ChimneySweeps IncPro of Lakeside, CA, has been helping our customers solve smelly chimney issues since 1985. We know the causes, and we know the treatments and solutions for a smelly chimney.
Why Does a Chimney Smell?
Any strong odor inside a chimney flue can filter down into your home. The most common causes of chimney odors are:
Request this serviceHow We Address Chimney Odors?
There are a wide variety of solutions to address chimney odors & our Sweeps/Technicians specialize in all of them.
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Discover What’s Causing the Smell
A licensed chimney inspection will quickly determine why your chimney smells.
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Causes might include a water leak, a missing or damaged chimney cap, not having the chimney cleaned regularly, an animal infestation and more.
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Resolving a smelly chimney almost always involves a thorough chimney sweep or cleaning of the chimney flue. This will remove the substances that are causing the odors.
Request this serviceTake Steps To Prevent the Problem in the Future
Once we understand what caused the smells, it’s time to prevent the problem from recurring. Strategies might include:
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There’s a lot you can do to prevent or reduce chimney odors and find solutions for a smelly chimney.
How you Burn Fires: Burn only dry wood, which creates less smoke, which creates less smelly creosote.
Annual Maintenance: Schedule a chimney sweep and inspection once a year.
Personal Inspections: Periodically perform a visual inspection of your chimney cap, chimney crown, masonry and chimney flashing. Report any damage you spot.
Identify Air-flow Issues: Be aware that AC units and exhaust fans can draw air down through your chimney, bringing odors with it.
Use Your Damper: Make sure your fireplace damper is closed completely when you’re not using the fireplace.
Top-sealing Damper: Consider adding a top-sealing chimney damper at the top of your chimney to reduce air movement.
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ChimneySweeps IncPro has seen just about every kind of chimney-related problem imaginable. For more than 30 years, we’ve been the trusted name in the greater San Diego region for chimney sweeping, chimney repairs and chimney inspections. Whatever is wrong with your chimney – including odor problems – we have the tools and experience to fix it.
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