A fireplace is a great addition to any home. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, but they provide comfort and warmth throughout the cooler seasons. These positive aspects automatically disappear when smoke starts flowing out of your fireplace and into your home; lingering on your clothes and thickening the air. It’s best to take care of these types of problems when you first start noticing them so that you can squash the issue at hand as soon as possible. Here are a few reasons that your fireplace might be smoking.
If your fireplace is smoking only upon start-up, your problem is an easy one. This type of smoke is usually due to the chimney and flue being cold. The best way to resolve this is by pre-heating your chimney. We suggest lighting a piece of newspaper and holding it up to the damper area of the shoot. This reverses the flow of cold air so that hot air can rise up, without first smoking up your home.
If your fireplace is smoking constantly there are a few things that could be affecting the draft. The first step to solving this issue is ensuring that your damper is fully open. If the damper is open, check for any clogs or obstructions within the flue system of your chimney that could be keeping the smoke from escaping. Another reason may have to do with the type of wood that you’re burning. Any unseasoned or freshly cut wood can cause a great amount of smoke when burning.
The best way to avoid these types of issues is by having our team of professionals come to your home and inspect your fireplace. Call Home Repair Services of Arizona for any fireplace repairs that you need.
