How do I know if my flue is closed?

I had rain leaking in last two times it rained.

No puddles or floods just drips..

I really don't want to call a chimney company/

Re: How do I know if my flue is closed?

Here's what I found regarding the lever inside:

Usually pushing flue handle to rear or back of fireplace will open it and pulling it toward you will close it.

If your flue is closed........you may have a small leak in your chimney somewhere in the bricks.

Re: How do I know if my flue is closed?

thank you. I probably do need some masonry work done on it.