Creosote Removal

Creosote is a highly flammable, tar-like substance that forms inside your chimney when wood burns. Even a small amount of creosote buildup on your chimney’s interior can pose a serious risk. Over time, it can coat your flue lining, reduce airflow, and increase the chance of a dangerous chimney fire.

It’s not just heavy users who need to be concerned. Even occasional fires can produce enough creosote to cause problems and the colder the chimney, the more likely it is to form. That’s why creosote removal is a critical part of chimney maintenance when it’s needed. Your chimney professional can tell you more about the creosote in your chimney and if it requires work beyond regular cleaning to keep in line.

Unfortunately, creosote won’t just disappear on its own, and it doesn’t take much to create a serious safety issue. Ignoring buildup can lead to a range of serious issues, the worst of which is a chimney fire. Chimney fires burn hotter and more intensely than the fire in your fireplace, reaching much higher temperatures that can damage your chimney and spread to the rest of your home.

However, there are other issues that can happen if you don’t remove the creosote in your chimney. Reduced ventilation can cause smoke or deadly carbon monoxide to back up into your home. The acidity of creosote can cause long-term damage to your chimney. Some types of creosote require specific tools or specialized treatments to safely remove, which is why you’ll want to call Chimney Doctors for this service.