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    Nov 29, 2009, 08:44 PM
    Fireplace repair
    Our fireplace is on an inside wall and in the hall and rooms behind the fireplace gets a little smokey and smells, but not in the living room where the fireplace is. Why would this happen and how can we fix it?
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    Nov 30, 2009, 07:56 AM

    You need to have this inspected since it is highly likely the chimney liner is cracked and/or leaking smoke. There can be other reasons but I'd start with a pros inspection.
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