Chimney sweep logs any good?

[Mary]

I've seen commercials for chimney sweep logs, and wondered if anyone used it. Any feedback to whether chimney sweep logs work?

Mary

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What is a Chimney sweep log?

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[NewHomeOwner]

I think she was talking about those things you toss into your fireplace to keep soot out. I've seen them as sticks, or tubes, not as logs.

New Home Owner

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Ohhhh!!!!

I've seen commercials for that. Since I'm accident prone, the idea of having a fire inside the home, outside of cooking, was out of the question. So I don't have a fireplace, which means no chimney. But thanks for answering my question.

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[Mr_Tom]

You can talk to any qualified chimney sweep, and they will point out the flaws with those soot cleaning products. I found one Colorado Springs Chimney Sweep that was willing to take the time to explain why they are bad. I wasn't told they don't work, or do what they describe, but they do promote a false sense of security in their use. A chimney should be checked regardless of using soot cleaning products. A professional chimney sweep will sweep and examine your fireplace flue to make sure it is in good condition.

Concerned that I'm regurgitating information from a Colorado Chimney Sweep just trying to make a buck? Look at the chimney sweep logs, or stick, and you will find a warning about how they do not substitute yearly examinations of the fireplace and flue by a professional chimney sweep.

Be careful,

tom

For further information contact: http://www.dr-soot.com/

[Mary]

How much does a chimney sweep charge? Not in an area where any Colorado springs chimney sweeps are, but I might give Dr Soot a call http://www.Dr-Soot.com . I hope they don't mind some really basic questions. I understand the importance of keeping fire inside the home under control. So having my flue cleaned and examined will really help keep my fears at ease.

Mary