bitbucket wrote:
i converted my fireplace to propane a few years back. i was
recommneded to me that i have the chimney cleaned---this is a
non-vented system, so the flue is permanently closed.

should this chimney be periodically cleaned again? more than
anything, i'm thinking a visual inspection of the lining is a good
thing.

also, i have a fuel oil fired furnace, and of course it has its own
chimney. i have never had this cleaned. should this be
serviced/inspected by a traditional chimney sweep, or should i call
whoever services my furnace?

finally, both chimneys need their concrete caps replaced---sorry i
don't know if i have the terminology correct, but i'm talking about
the concrete that gets placed on top. it seems to serve the purpose
of sealing up the joint between the brick and the chimney lining.

i have no idea what type of contractor to call to handle such a small
job. do chimney sweeps typically offer expertise like this?

thanks for reading all of this...

I understand some areas the chimney sweeps will take care of it and in
others they may recommend someone.

I suggest that you have the caps taken care of at once. A damaged cap
can cause some very expensive and dangerous damage. At the same time have
both flues checked and any work needed done.

--
Joseph Meehan

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