Chimney Ventilation Problem In Dallas

Drafting problems are very common with chimneys. Though there are a whole host of reasons why your chimney may be drafting improperly, the solutions are usually quite simple. With a routine inspection, a chimney technician will be able to determine what is at the root of the problem and present you with your best options for repair. It is important to give venting and drafting problems your immediate attention, as problems with ventilation can result in smoke or carbon monoxide entering your living space and damaging your home or health. 

At Dr Chimney, we have many ways of diagnosing and curing your ventilation problems, and we always begin with the easiest (and most inexpensive) cure, using more extensive solutions only as necessary.

Before we tell you what may be the problem with your chimney’s venting or drafting, let us explain how a chimney works and what function a draft plays in an efficient and properly functioning heating appliance. Essentially, when a fireplace “drafts,” it moves the byproducts of combustion—including smoke and harmful gases—up your chimney and into the outside air. Though hot air rises naturally, lots of things can get in the way of proper drafting, meaning that you end up with smoke, soot, and toxic gases in your home. This is called backdrafting.