Have the necessary tools for this chimney cleaning DIY project lined up before you start—you’ll save time and frustration. You could try to remove creosote yourself, but for a thorough job, call a ...

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Well show you how to inspect yours to see if it qualifies as a DIY job. If it does, just follow these steps. Otherwise, hire a certified chimney sweep. Clean creosote buildup from all parts of the ...