When the consumer attempts to open/close the damper, it can become stuck in its current position. In addition, some of the dampers were assembled backwards and are set to the closed position when the ...

Before starting a fire, open the fireplace damper so smoke can properly exit through the chimney. Use kiln-dried firewood for the cleanest burn and least chimney build-up. Kindling lights quickly, but ...

Energy tip: Close dampers when fireplaces are not in use. An open damper in an unused fireplace can be a tremendous energy loser, literally sucking heat from the house and sending it up the chimney.

The following recalls have been announced: About 500 DuraTech anchor plates with fireplace damper and DuraChimney II anchor plates with fireplace dampers, manufactured in the United States by Simpson ...

Q: We own an older house in Los Gatos. It was built in 1930s. The fireplace was built without a damper. There is also a glass-door fire screen that can be closed. We get an odor of ashes even when the ...