Chimney caps FAQs
What is a chimney cap?
Chimney caps act as animal barriers and spark arrestors. Chimney caps as spark arrestors are very important because they keep sparks from jumping out of the chimney and lighting the roof on fire. Birds, raccoons, cats, etc., all pose a threat to the safety of the chimney.Why do I need a chimney sweep?
A chimney sweep is a certified professional with the necessary array of brushes and rods needed to clean any chimney. If you’ve already a dangerous chimney fire and were able to extinguish it without any property damage, you will need a professional chimney sweep to clean and inspect your fireplace before lighting another fire in there. A sweep will do all the hard work for you and tell you anything you need to know about the anatomy of your chimney.Why does a chimney ever need to be cleaned?
According to fact sheets from the National Fire Protection Agency, chimney or open-flue fire is the third leading cause of home structure fires. Dirty chimneys cause chimney fires and fires that spread to the rest of the house, resulting in an average of $15 million in property damage. Having the chimney cleaned at least yearly protects your home and family from fire and property damage.
