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chimney fires: what you must know
Dirty chimneys can cause chimney fires, which damage structures, destroy homes and injure or kill people.
Indications of a chimney fire have been described as:
- loud cracking and popping noises
- a lot of dense smoke, and
- an intense, hot smell
Chimney fires can burn explosively – noisy and dramatic enough to be detected by neighbors or people passing by. Flames or dense smoke may come from the top of the chimney. Homeowners report being startled by a low rumbling sound that reminds them of a freight train or a low flying airplane. However, those are only the chimney fires you know about. The majority of chimney fires go undetected! Slow-burning chimney fires don’t get enough air or have fuel to be dramatic or visible and they often go undetected until a later chimney inspection, but, the temperatures they reach are very high and can cause as much damage to the chimney structure – and nearby combustible parts of the house.
Since a chimney, damaged by a fire, can endanger a home and its’ occupants and without anyone being aware of them it’s important to have your chimney regularly inspected by a LICENSED Mechanical Contractor.
If you think a chimney fire has occurred, call us 517-688-5278 for a professional evaluation. If your suspicions are confirmed, we will be able to make recommendations about how to bring the system back into compliance with safety standards.
what to do if you have aN ACTIVE chimney fire
If you realize a chimney fire is occurring, follow these steps:
- CALL 911! And follow their instructions. Do not risk the safety of you or your family! Homes are replaceable, lives are not.
- Call us when the time is appropriate. We are educated in dealing with the insurance companies and will even help you with your insurance claim.
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