Fireplace damper repairs and Authorized Loc-Top Airtight Damper Installations -
In a typical fireplace there are two standard types of dampers. A worm gear and lever operated throat damper. These dampers types sit in a track. They can be easily be thrown out of track and will no longer open or close. Sometimes they can break or become stripped, rendering your damper useless.
A throat damper should open approx. 4" wide. If it does not, then there maybe a problem. It is crucial that your damper operates properly. In the case of a chimney fire or catastrophe. You must be able to close the damper in order to control the fire. Whatever the problem is with your damper, A Sooty Solution can fix it.
No damper in your fireplace or your current one needs replaced? No problem, the Loc-Top damper is your answer. This damper seals water and air tight. This will prevent any escaping heat out of your home through the damper. The Loc-Top damper is made of stainless steel and has a lifetime warranty. It mounts to the top of the chimney and it's long cable attaches to a handle in your firebox allowing for easy control.
Whether your old damper needs fixed or replaced we can solve all your drafting and damper problems at A Sooty Solution.