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# What are Chimneys? (Types of Chimneys, Common Surfaces, and More)

April 19th, 2021 | 1 min. read

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## What do you actually know about your chimney?

You probably don't think about your chimney unless you want a nice fire. But there's actually quite a bit you need to know about your chimney.

That's why we made a video giving you crucial information every homeowner needs to know. In this video, we discuss the types of chimneys, common chimney surfaces, and more. 

After watching this video, don't forget to check out our next video on [Animal Prevention](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/prevent-roof-damage-animals).  

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