Blog tagged as carbon monoxide poisoning

Anthracite is the cleanest smokeless fuel option, while manufactured smokeless fuels can create more deposits and wear on chimney systems. If you use smokeless fuels, ensure your chimney liner is suitable and keep up with regular chimney sweeping to maintain safety and performance.

Smoke spillage is when smoke comes back into the room instead of going up the chimney. This can affect air quality and indicates the stove or flue or chimney is not working correctly. It may set off your carbon monoxide alarm.

A damaged chimney liner can crack, leak, or collapse over time due to heat, acid corrosion, condensation, and age. Damaged liners can allow smoke, heat, and dangerous gases such as carbon monoxide to enter the home.

A clean, well-ventilated fire is safer for your home, better for your stove and chimney, and more environmentally friendly.

Tips to avoid a fire inside your chimney. Common causes Infrequent chimney cleaning Burning wet or unseasoned wood Poor airflow or ventilation Blocked flues Excessive soot and creosote build-up