Humidity & Your Chimney
As you know, chimney leaks can be very damaging. Water can cause all kinds of health issues as it can produce mold and mildew if not taken care of. Moisture in the chimney can also damage your chimney liner, bricks and mortar. Moisture unattended can cause havoc to all the other systems of the chimney as well. If you have moisture, it may be because there is humidity in the air. Humidity is water vapor, and this water can be associated with water damage and smells.
What Steps To Take To Minimize Smells
- Chimney cap– A chimney cap will help minimize smells by preventing water coming into your chimney. Water will lead to mold and mildew which will cause smells. You may have worse smells when there is humidity in the air. A chimney cap will also block small animals from nesting in the chimney causing smells.
- Installation of a Damper – If you don’t have a damper or if it isn’t working properly, smells can get into your home. Keeping the damper open will allow warm air to come into the home. Any smell will come along with the warm air. The damper can also help with your air conditioning costs.
- Annual Cleaning– Contact Burlington Fireplace if it is time for your annual chimney sweep. What are the benefits of routine chimney cleanings? A yearly sweep will help with the smells that accumulate. Any creosote of soot that had been there since your last fire needs to be cleaned out. Allowing this to stay in your chimney will cause odors especially on those hot and humid days. A chimney sweep will also clear out any debris from nesting animals or birds that may have gotten in.
Smells From Humidity in the Chimney
- Moisture: Some of the signs of humidity in your chimney are smells. When moisture is in the chimney and there is residual creosote and soot chances are that you will have a smell. If moisture remains in the chimney, you may find that the smell seeps into your home.
- Mold and mildew growth may also cause a smell in your chimney. Humidity will cause mold and mildew to grow. There are dangers to your health with mold and mildew growth. If you or a family member has respiratory issues, the growth may aggravate your symptoms. Other health issues may occur in some people.
- You may find a humidity smell with debris or small animals living or nesting in your chimney. Rotting leaves and other debris mixed with the moisture of humidity will cause smells.
Burlington, WI Expert Fireplace & Chimney Services
You can rely on Burlington Fireplace for all your fireplace needs. We have been servicing the Burlington area since 1995. We provide you with the utmost professionalism. Our technicians are highly trained in the field.
It may be time for you to call Burlington Fireplace to schedule an appointment today! You can reach our experienced team at 262-763-3522. We expertly service customers throughout southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois, including Sturtevant, WI; Union Grove, WI; Des Plaines, IL; and Rockford, IL. You can also contact us online for a free estimate and to get the job started. No matter the build-up or problem, no job is too big for us.