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    Sep 10, 2009, 08:24 AM
    Chimney cleaning
    What is the proper way to clean a chimney? What tools do you use? Any Chemicals?
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    Sep 10, 2009, 08:28 AM

    Clean the inside or outside?
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    Sep 10, 2009, 08:30 AM

    Inside brick chimney - Wood burning fire place
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    Sep 10, 2009, 08:33 AM

    You can buy theses on the net or at Menards, HD and Lowe's. The chimney brush and rods can be used from the chimney top or from inside the home. A hepa shop vac will also come in handy. Chimney Cleaning | Tools to Clean Chimney | Brushes, Rods & More PS no chemicals
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