Chimney & Fireplaces/Is it recommended?

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Expert: - 11/4/2008


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We have a zero clearance fireplace that we would like to use this season and I have been getting conflicting stories of whether zero's need professionally cleaned like chimney fireplaces?  

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Hello Becky, if it burns solid flues it will need cleaning (sooner or latter)Zero Clearance refers to space between unit and combustibles, not build up from use. I would have a local Certified Chimney Sweep (www.csia.org, there you can look up by zip code to find one near you) take a first hand look at what you have.
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James Ball

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I am a chimney sweep with over 22 years of experience, CSIA certified and member of the NCSG, I can answer questions about smoky fire places, wood stoves, and heating units (boiler and furnace chimneys) do you need a relining? A cap? And much more

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over 22 years

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Chimney Safety Institute of America, National Chimney Sweep Guild

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CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) certified

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