Give dangerous chimneys the brush off by ensuring they're swept
at least once a year.
The sweeping process also reduces the risk
of dangerous fume emissions, such as carbon monoxide, that may be
present in the appliance, chimney or flue."
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Yearly evaluation of chimneys is necessary to ensure that
the chimney has adequate draft, is free of debris and cracks, and
has no loose or missing mortar joints.
Prefabricated chimneys are
subjected to vibration from wind and the joints can become misaligned.
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