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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How to Properly Build a Fire in your Fireplace

Fire
The Oregon Chimney Guys know a thing or two about fireplaces and that includes how to properly build a fire!
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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

child safety fireplace
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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Is Your Wood Stove or Fireplace Insert EPA Certified?

Wood Stove or Fireplace Insert EPA Certified
Smoke created from burning wood can be a significant source of air pollution and can have serious health consequences for children, the elderly, and those with respiratory and heart conditions. It is for these reasons that the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) developed a statewide Heat Smart Program to help homeowners burn more efficiently
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Holiday Decorating Tips for your Fireplace in Albany

  Tis the season for holiday fireplace decorations in Albany, Oregon! Although decorating your fireplace mantle for the holidays may be second nature to you, The Oregon Chimney Guys are here to provide you with some tips for making your holiday decor flawless this season.
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How Does A Chimney Fire Start?

Chimney Fire
The purpose of a chimney is to carry dangerous gases from your fireplace or woodstove out of your home. If your chimney hasn’t been inspected and cleaned in awhile, you risk the possibility of debris catching fire inside your chimney. The best way to prevent a chimney fire is to have an annual chimney inspection
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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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Signs That It’s Time for a Chimney Repair or Replacement

chimney repair or replacement
Your chimney plays a very important role as it directs heat, fumes, and dangerous gasses safely out of your home.  If your chimney becomes damaged to the point that it can’t do its job, you are putting you and your family in danger of a house fire or a carbon monoxide leak. That’s why it’s
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