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One of the offers listed for most chimney service companies is something called the fireplace service. This can be done separately from the chimney and flue cleaning. It is also something you should do more often. The service doesn't take long and it isn't expensive, but it can be vital to maintaining the efficiency, safety and productivity of your fireplace or insert.
The working parts of the chimney are all there
One of the key aspects of this service is that the technician is cleaning and checking the working parts of the fireplace. This is where your flue control is located and that mechanism has to be kept in good working order or it could create problems. One of the problems it can create is a buildup of creosote in the chimney. Creosote does build up anyway, but the flue and fireplace are designed to act like a filter to catch most of it. The fireplace is easier to clean so that is where you want your buildup to occur.
It allows for the chimney and flue to be inspected
When you have a fire service done it also allows the technician to inspect the chimney and flue area inside the chimney. This will help you catch problems faster so they are cheaper and easier to repair. The fireplace service serves the same function as a filter change in a car. It gets an expert inside to look around while performing basic maintenance service. They will notice things before they cause a disruption in your life.
Lower your risk of fire
As mentioned before, the fireplace acts like a filter for the creosote so it is easier to clean out. This doesn't just improve the look and feel of your fireplace, but it is also a critical safety step. Fires start when creosote builds up too much. You can keep your home and family safer by engaging for regular fireplace service.
Increase your heating efficiency
A fireplace service call is also one of the best ways to increase your heating and cooling efficiency in your home. How it could affect your heating is no surprise, many homeowners are unaware that the seals in your fireplace also control drafts and air flow that can affect the efficiency of your cooling system. If you don't want to be air conditioning the great outdoors, have a service done on a regular basis. This will also prevent drafts during the cold season that can raise heating costs as well.
Improve the appearance of your inserts
If you have an insert you'll also need a fireplace service. That is the biggest mistake that people make with the insert. They assume that the fireplace needs no other service. It does, and so does your insert. The technician can clean the glass and screens, the mechanisms of the inserts, the flue and check to make sure that your fireplace is still in good condition too.
Maintain your inserts for longer service
All of that works to prolong the life of your inserts. Regular fireplace service not only keeps your insert looking good, but it also helps to reduce the impact of the stress of operation on the insert piece. It also reduces fire risk, enhances functionality and makes sure that your insert can provide you with the warmth and beauty that you need. As the metal of the insert expands and contracts with the heat of use you can make sure that no damage is done to the unit with regular service. That is how you begin to take care of your investment.
Take care of your investment
Whether you are using an insert or have a regular fireplace system having fireplace service will help you protect your investment. While it is recommended that you have your chimney and fireplace cleaned once a year, you should have fireplace service done at the beginning and end of the season. This makes sure that nothing builds up and sits on the mechanisms when it is not the heating season which can create costly repairs. Your local fireplace service technicians can play a vital role in keeping you and your family safe, while also protecting the investment you have in your home.
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