If you are using firewood or coal for heating purposes this winter, consider closing off your chimneys with heavy wire mesh netting before it gets too cold outside. This will prevent any animals from accidentally entering the chimney and getting stuck inside where they can potentially suffer injuries or death by exposure to carbon monoxide poisoning. Furthermore, make sure that all flues have metal dampers installed in order to safely seal them overnight when everyone has vacated the premises! For further instructions, please refer to our blog post on how to install metal damper over brick fireplace flue or wood stove chimney.