Inspect the chimney cap to see if it is threaded on to the flue with fasteners, or if it is seated inside the flue and held into place with an adhesive or caulk seal. Before uncapping a chimney, ...

Over time, creosote and soot build up inside the flue. This obstruction decreases the ability of the wood stove to draw air for complete combustion. The chimney needed cleaning on at least an annual ...