Chimney and fireplace maintainance is an important safety and Home Inspection item. I recently spoke with Mike Machukas from Michael P. Machukas Chimney Service and General Contractor (484-880-8698) after he cleaned my fireplace, chimney, and completed work on my chimney's exterior. Mike suggests the following for maintenance and safety:
1. It's good to have your fire place and chimney inspected annually for cracks and creosote build up. These can be fire hazards.
2. Mike recommends a cap on top of the chimney to keep rodents, birds and debris out and to protect the chimney from bad weather.
3. Any time of the year is a good time to have your chimney inspected and cleaned. If the chimney needs a new liner, it's best to be done when the furnace or fireplace isn't being used.
Prepare ahead: have your chimney and fireplace inspected before the colder weather hits. Enjoy a safe fireplace and a less stressful Home Inspection !
Mike has successfully helped clients with large and small Home Inspection items as well as chimney repairs. He's a great resource for any general contracting needs .
Margot Aronson is a full time Realtor, ASR (Accredited Seller Representative) and CDPE at RE/MAX 440 4092 Skippack Pike Skippack, PA (610) 306-7939 cell (610) 584-1160 margotaronson@live.com www.margotaronson.com
