Fireplaces can provide that warm cozy feeling for a family, but that is only if it is in good repair. As the home ages settling will occur for both the main structure and the fireplace. Many times the hearth and fireplace can begin to settle and sag separately. As dangerous as this is the home owner can take steps to protect the home and family.

The first rule of thumb is that if there is any doubt regarding the operating condition of the fireplace, hearth and chimney, the home owner needs to contact a licensed chimney inspection company. Failure to have a chimney and flue inspected can likely end in serious property damage and cause major injury or death to the occupants of the house.

The home owner should make routine inspections of the interior and exterior of the firebox and chimney. The damper should also be in full working order. Any structure which is compromised should not be repaired by the layperson, but should be handled by a qualified and experienced chimney sweep and repair company.

For the protection of the home owner, ensuring the chimney service is fully insured is a start. There are additional checks the home owner can perform. Many chimney repair companies or chimney sweeps and inspection companies will hold additional certifications. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and the National Chimney Sweep Guild (NCSG) are just a couple of examples of organizations which assist service companies in providing ongoing training and information on the best methods for servicing chimneys and fireplaces.

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