Download or read book Principles of Home Inspection: Chimneys & wood heating written by Carson Dunlop and published by Dearborn Real Estate. This book was released on 2003 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Virtually every home heating system requires a chimney or vent, making this an important topic for both home inspectors and homeowners. The text explores the efficiency and life expectancy of various types of chimney and wood heating methods. Components and potential problems of wood furnaces are discussed for regions of the country where this heating method is common. Wood stoves and wood fireplaces, popular throughout North America, are also covered.