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Old 03-01-2009, 04:19 PM   #1
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In comparison,
How many house/chimney fires are caused by oil heat compared to gas explosions each year ???
Ronnie,
Having worked with both fuels my whole career,I really have no data except to say chimney fires caused by wood stoves probably out number both.
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Old 03-01-2009, 04:54 PM   #2
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Chimney fires are not caused by oil heat...they are caused from creosote buildup due to fireplaces and wood stoves.
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Chimney fires are not caused by oil heat...they are caused from creosote buildup due to fireplaces and wood stoves.


OK I stand corrected.
So in comparison,
How many houses burn due to creosote build up compared to gas explosions each year ???
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Alot...but at least people have a chance to get out alive.
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