2007-01-08 04:39:56 · 6 answers · asked by Rebekah 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If a new chimney installation, then you need to get your contractor back out there asap. If existing and unmodified, then you probably have a blockage in the flue passage.
A certified chimney sweep can brush it out for you without making a soot storm in your house. An inspection may reveal broken bricks blocking, if unlined.
Best to get it inspected before using again.
2007-01-08 04:45:40 · answer #1 · answered by credo quia est absurdum 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some pretty good information so far, you could be getting a down draft this sort of things happens when the outside chimney extends thru the roof but does not extend above the peak of the house. Wind hits your roof on the oppositee side from the pipe and as it move up the roof it turns and starts down the roof on the same side as the pipe and actually increases the pressure at the top and forces the smoke back down the pipe into the house. If the pipe extends above the peak the opposit happens, no problem.
When the chimney too is short on a windy day it happens when the wind gusts, some days not at all, it wouldn't be a constant thing.
The natural suction occurs because heat rises, so smoke inside would happen until the pipe warms up, some people build a large fire quickly and until the draft gets started they get some smoke.
You didn't really say if this was a wood stove, or a fireplace, if it is a fireplace then make sure the chimney is clear. If you have problem finding a chimney sweep (in the US) contact the fire station nearest you and ask them who does that kind of work, you will often find an off duty fireman does that kind of thing.
2007-01-08 14:51:11 · answer #2 · answered by goodforwho 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the damper (flu) on your fireplace is open.....try cracking a door or window open to create a draft for the fireplace. I have the same problem in my house. I have to open the front door to get the updraft started then I can close it after a few minutes.
2007-01-08 12:43:11 · answer #3 · answered by Shutterbug 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While cracking a door or window will help, it will not cure the problem. You have a huge pressure difference that is creating a downdraft, pulling smoke inot the house. Consult an HVAC tech to determine where to fix the pressure difference and remedy before you bring in too much carbon monoxide. Good luck.
2007-01-08 12:47:55 · answer #4 · answered by tim r 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The damper might not be cracked enough, the flue may have a crack in it or maybe it needs to be cleaned
2007-01-08 12:46:53 · answer #5 · answered by LucySD 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unequalized pressure. Not the proper draft.
2007-01-08 12:42:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋