About 82 percent of all fire deaths in 2004 resulted from home fires fires.fatal occurs at night, when people are likely to be less vigilant. Half of fire deaths at home in 1999-2002 after the reference month fires 22.00 bis 06.00 clock, most fires are preventable.According structure of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), in 2004.

in 1982 came from the wood-burning appliances for more fire, more fire deaths and damage more property than any other type of fuel oil – about 140,000 fires, 250 deaths and $ 7,000,000 in property damage. These losses represent 20 percent of all residential fires in the United States, 5 percent of all fire deaths and 8 percent of the estimated damage.

CPSC research shows that most wood heating fires cover the chimney, not the camera itself. Most of these fires are contained in the chimney and cause no damage to the house. The Commission is concerned, however, not only ignite a chimney fire that other parts of the house, but also the possible future for the continued use of chimneys whose structural integrity was compromised by a chimney fire. This is particularly true in light of the fact that many fires are not included firefighters reported, in fact, the consumer can not even aware that a chimney fire occurred.

therefore used the Consumer Product Safety Commission, a special safety alert concerning chimneys with wood stoves published, fireplaces and fireplace inserts . The Commission warns consumers to be aware of urgent fire hazards associated with these chimneys.

Now that the nation has entered the heating season, the Commission asks you if you have an oven or fireplace, the chimney for damage that may have occurred in the past heating season inspected. Although it is difficult to stack, a local craftsman fireplace, chimney check “Sweep” or a broker can help you. Any damage repaired NOW.

Most fires

masonry or prefabricated metal chimneys occur due to improper installation, use or maintenance. The Commission staff has identified the causes of fires following municipalities:

1) Improper installation of the fireplace too close to wood framing.
.) Installation of insulation to close on the mantelpiece.
3) ill pass the stovepipe or chimney through a wall or ceiling, which causes inflammation of the wooden frame.
4) causes structural damage the fire caused by the ignition of creosote (a black substance similar to tar, that builds in the chimney for normal use).

5) structural damage to metal prefabricated chimneys that results in exposed wood framing to excessive temperatures or leakage of potentially toxic gases inside the house can following form:


.) corrosion or rust metal chimney liner.
7) buckling, separation of the seam or the collapse of the lining of metal chimneys. (This can be from a fire too hot, lead, especially in high-efficiency stoves and fireplaces, creosote fire.)

Structural damage also occurs in masonry chimneys, often with deterioration or improper Installation of the chimney connected. The tile inner liner and surrounding brick or block structure may crack and separate, perhaps due to the ignition of creosote buildup in the chimney. Many old chimneys do not have a coating made of tiles. If your chimney has no liner, by a properly installed liner is advisable. In addition, a clay liner must be sealed with refractory cement.

Even when the heater is installed correctly, these systems are made of metal or masonry chimney, the chimney frequently for check creosote deposits, soot build-up or physical damage. It is just a simple visual examination, but these are so often as twice a month, made in heavy use. If you have heavy creosote buildup, suspect a problem, see, or have had a fireplace, a qualified chimney or chimney “sweep” should perform a complete safety check. You can make the necessary repairs or creosote removal, which is done before the heater must arrange re-used.

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