May 2018 – Ask the Chimney Sweep

Our Top Recommended Products Chimney Creosote Problems Anti-Creo-Soot is by far our most popular product. It is very effective in removing creosote. You simply spray it on, the creosote breaks down, and you sweep it out later. Rutland Creosote Remover is the 2nd most popular remover among our readers. While we usually recommend ACS (above), some of our readers prefer Rutland. The primary cause of creosote is moisture in the wood. Pick up this moisture meter to test how much moisture is in your firewood before you burn! While not as effective as chemical treatments, creosote sweeping logs do a great job of addressing fireplace creosote issues while you burn. Water Problems We highly recommend ChimneySaver water repellent in getting water off that chimney. Highly effective. Watch this video for more info. Oftentimes a chimney leak is the cause of a flashing problem. FlashSeal is the product in fixing your chimney flashing. Click here to learn about flashing repair. How to Fix Your Leaky Chimney by Ask The Chimney Sweep $2.00 If you're experiencing a water problem, we highly recommend our homeowner DIY guide. We've gotten fantastic feedback telling us there's never been an easier way to help the everyday homeowner from understanding and resolving a water problem. Money-back guarantee. Fireplace Resurfacing Paint "N" Peel is an excellent product in resurfacing your fireplace. Simply paint it, let it dry, then peel it off and that surface will look good as new.