By Paul F. P. Pogue
From Ask Angi
Your chimney and fireplace work together to create an eye-catching home centerpiece and a source of warmth and comfort. (Plus, without them, how does Santa Claus slide down or Mary Poppins’ chimney-sweeping friends pop up?) Chimneys often appear to be the essence of durability — literally rock-solid home features that don’t need much attention. But despite their stalwart appearance, chimneys require regular cleaning and care inside and out to maintain.
