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Each year around 10,000 cases of carbon monoxide-related injuries are diagnosed. Because the symptoms of prolonged, low-level carbon monoxide poisoning mimic the symptoms of common winter ailments (headaches, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, even seasonal depression), many cases are not detected until permanent, subtle damage to the brain, heart, other organs and tissues has occurred. The difficulty of diagnosis also means that the number of people affected may be even higher. Schedule chimney sweeps once a year!
The NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) code 211 says, "Chimneys, fireplaces, and vents shall be inspected at least once a year for soundness, freedom from deposits, and correct clearances. Cleaning, maintenance, and repairs shall be done if necessary." Annual inspection with chimney sweeping as required. This is the National safety standard!
According to the CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) your chimney system should be inspected annually, cleaned, and repaired whenever needed by a CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep. Regular chimney sweeps save lives, clean chimneys don't catch fire! CSIA recommends that you call on Certified Chimney Sweeps, since they are regularly tested on their understanding of the complexities of your chimney and venting systems.
Certified Chimney Sweeps may have other maintenance recommendations beyond a chimney sweep depending on how your chimney is used.
All of Superior Chimney's service technicians are Nationally Certified by CSIA (www.csia.org).
Carbon monoxide detectors can be a lifesaver should problems occur, but are NOT a substitute for routine maintenance (chimney sweeps & inspection).
Call Superior Chimney today to make sure all poisonous exhaust is venting out of your home freely.
Don't become a statistic!
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