6 Chimney and Fireplace Accessories

Chimney and Fireplace Accessories
Chimney and fireplace accessories can make your fireplace more efficient, safer, and more aesthetically pleasing to look at. Here are some accessories that will make a great addition to your chimney and fireplace.
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The Importance of Chimney Caps

The Importance of Chimney Caps
A chimney cap is the fitted metal hood that covers the top of your chimney. A chimney cap plays an important role in your chimney system and helps your chimney perform at its optimum level. They also add curb appeal to your home!
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Everything You Need to Know about Chimney Liners

Chimney Liners
The chimney liner is an extremely important but often overlooked feature of your chimney.   According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), a chimney liner is defined as: “A clay, ceramic, or metal conduit installed inside of a chimney, intended to contain the combustion products, direct them to the outside atmosphere, and protect
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How to Make Your Fireplace Safe for Children

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If you have young children, you know how they can be curious little creatures who don’t always have the best intuition on how to keep themselves out of harm’s way. At the Oregon Chimney Guys, we care about the safety and health of your home and household. That is why we want to take the
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Creosote: What It Means For Your Home

creosote
At Oregon Chimney Guys, we can’t stress enough the importance of annual chimney sweeps and inspections. One of the main reasons we encourage proper chimney maintenance is to prevent and manage the buildup of creosote.
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How to Waterproof Your Chimney

waterproof chimney
Summer is almost over in Eugene and that means the rainy season is right around the corner. When it comes to home maintenance, chimneys are often neglected or simply overlooked. Water damage is the most common reason why chimneys need to be repaired. By not conducting regular maintenance, e.g. chimney sweeps and chimney repairs, you
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How to Deal with Birds or Bats in Your Chimney

Chimney maintenance is not something that should be overlooked and yearly inspections and cleanings should be scheduled with your local chimney sweep. Animals such as bats and birds can easily access your chimney and fireplace which isn’t great for you or the animals. Here are some helpful tips and precautions for dealing with birds or
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How To Tell If Your Chimney Needs To Be Repaired

Chimney Repair and Replacement
As you surely know, the Oregon Chimney Guys are the experts in chimney repair and replacement here in Eugene, Oregon, but how can you tell if your chimney is in need of repair? There are a few things that you can look at before giving us a call that will give you a better idea
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