Badly blocked Chimney
Question:
I have a question for a friend of mine who’s chimney is so badly blocked he can’t even get a sledge hammer through the creosol, and his wire brush is stuck. Is there a “quick fix” to this problem so that he may have some heat tonight? The wood he’s been burning is by no means any good (as you probably guessed) but that is the best he can do in some difficult times.
Answer:
Unfortunately there is not a quick fix for this situation, and use of the fireplace is extremely dangerous. The only solution to a blockage like this is to have a professional chimney sweep attempt to remove the blockage and clean the chimney.
