Paul Devenny Chimney Sweep

Paul Devenny Chimney Sweep Chimney sweep

We have years of experience in the fireplace and chimney industry, maintain membership in several trade associations and actively participate, through participating and planning, in numerous conventions, seminars and training programs to further our education and experience. Member, National Chimney Sweep Guild Certified Chimney Sweep, Chimney Safety Institute of America Member, New Jersey Chimney

Sweep Guild ( President 2005-2006) Program Chairman "Chimney Sweep Professionals of the Northeast" Convention & Trade Show NJ Home Improvement Contractors License

05/02/2013

A chimney liner is essentially intended to contain the combustion products that travel up your flue, directing them to the outside while protecting the chimney from heat and corrosion. They can also help optimize the efficiency of heating appliances.

04/11/2013

A chimney damper is a relatively inexpensive part of the inside of your chimney, but it is crucial to the operation of the fireplace. The damper is a door, usually metal, near the top of the chimney that controls the flow of air to the fire.

04/09/2013

There are an estimated 26,000 fires a year in the United States that are connected to the chimney or fireplace - only about 7 percent of all structure fires - according to the most recent statistics from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

04/04/2013

Did you know that adding a fireplace to your home can increase both its heat efficiency and resale value? Statistics show that almost 80 percent of homebuyers look for homes with a fireplace and consider it the most appealing amenity for the home.

04/02/2013

Did you know that using a chimney cap can protect your chimney from rain, which can build up inside your chimney and cause damage? A chimney cap also prevents rain from entering your fireplace and heater or ruining your walls and ceilings.

03/28/2013

One important part of a chimney inspection is the metal flashing on the roof that's designed to keep water from coming inside. The caulking on the flashing can give way over time.

03/26/2013

Particularly in colder climates, it's a good idea to waterproof the outside of your chimney. Over time, freezes and thaws take a toll on bricks, which can break apart. This endangers the integrity of the chimney.

03/21/2013

Water can really damage a masonry chimney. Most masonry materials are very porous and absorb large amounts of water, which in turn will expand and contract through the freeze and thaw cycles of winter. This can lead to cracking, leaks, and deterioration of the structure.

03/19/2013

Most chimneys, as well as chimney flues, are straight. A straight flue creates the best draft so that unwanted gases flow up the flue and outside the home with only minimal loss of heat from the fire.

03/14/2013

Masonry water damage that's caused by chimney leaks can sometimes be a slow, subtle process, where the damage isn't evident until it is quite serious. Regular inspections, maintenance, and repair can help protect your chimney.

03/12/2013

The chimney flue is one of the most important parts of a chimney. This tunnel, often lined with ceramic, clay tile and other heat-resistant materials, is designed to vent the smoke and gases of a fire outside the home.

03/07/2013

If a chimney fire occurs in your home, your first step should always be to immediately call your local fire department. But in the meantime, you can reduce the damage incurred by extinguishing the fire in your stove/fireplace with a multipurpose dry chemical extinguisher.

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Beverly, NJ
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