What's That Smell?

Chimney crickets, what is that smell? If you don't have a pet dog or cat, or rowdy and rambunctious children to blame smells on, there could be an uninvited guest in your chimney. There are wired and sometimes dangerous smells lurking in your chimney and fireplace. 

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Before igniting your fireplace for cozy comfort on a chilly fall evening, be sure to get a chimney sweep pro to make sure everything will run well and smell clean.

Possible Causes

Some smells coming from your chimney and fireplace are natural by-products of regular burning. A buildup of creosote and soot is another reason due to improper or no cleaning of the chimney.

Critters baring gifts, using your chimney as a bathroom or simply being stuck inside the small space can be a cause of odors. If you believe there is an animal located in your chimney, a professional chimney sweep is the answer. Do not attempt to remove a live animal from your chimney. It is best to allow all animal removal to be done by the certified chimney professionals.

If rainwater falls into the mix, chimney mold is always the smelly result. This also requires someone with knowledge of chimney sweeping and mold removal.  

If there is an odor coming from the chimney, do not use it until you have contacted a chimney sweep for a professional evaluation and chimney cleaning. You may be wondering how much does a chimney sweep cost, and that is a solid question. Contact All Year Chimney Sweeps & Repair to schedule a cleaning of your chimney and or a free estimate.  

If you haven’t had your chimney cleaned yet this year, winter will be here sooner rather than later. Call All Year Chimney Sweeps & Repair. We’ll have your chimney clean and clear again before you know it! Call All Year Chimney Sweeps & Repair at (615) 285-9118 today! We look forward to serving you.