Bennis Chimney Repair Inc

Did you know that the early Romans were among the first people to warm the inside of their dwellings? While interior heating pipes were laid under floors and inside walls, they also relied on a kind of chimney flue that piped smoke outside.

To make sure that your chimney is being properly maintained (which can be important for insurance purposes), it’s recommended that you keep a written chimney cleaning record or log. You can then ask the chimney sweep to sign it each time the chimney is swept.

Houses built in the style of the the early 1800s might be in the Greek Style, which was big from 1825-1860. These houses focused on Roman styles, which meant they minimized the chimneys. A chimney restoration expert can keep the style, but still make the chimney effective.

The first chimneys came about with the concept of two-story houses in 1066 during the Normal Invasion. Since you couldn't have a fire in the middle of the floor with a hole in the roof anymore, grander homes began to install stone hoods during the Gothic era up until the end of the 14th century.

In the 1970s and 1980s, homes were made for the first time with pre-fabricated metal chimneys that were then often sided with brick or wood to hide the metal. Unfortunately these chimneys do not have a long lifespan, but they can be entirely replaced when needed.

It’s important to remember that not all contractors can help you with the restoration of your fireplace. If they perform work that isn’t up to the fire code, you could end up paying substantial fines.