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Expert: - 12/2/2009


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Hi, I have a log burning fireplace and every time we have a fire my bedroom fills with smoke. The fireplace is stone and there is a open area between the fireplace and the wall of my room. It is getting cold and I WANT A FIRE! Please help! Thanks

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Hello Lindsey, do not have a fire untill it is looked at or you might burn down your house, 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 they should be able to help.
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James

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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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