Now that the weather has gotten significantly cooler, you’re probably spending more time indoors. Animals like to do the same—sort of. Typically, they will find someplace to nest to protect them from the cold. Unfortunately, they just might choose your… Read More
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How Heavy Rain Damages Chimneys
Lately, there has been a lot of rain in our area. With all this rain, you may have noticed some water leaking into your fireplace through the chimney. But the signs of a leaky chimney are not always so obvious,… Read More
Can You Make Peace with Chimney Swifts?
Last week, we mentioned that chimney swifts are one of the reasons you might want to consider investing in a chimney cap. However, we did not delve too far into the details of what makes these birds a potential threat… Read More
Differences Between Chimney Caps and Dampers
Even if you don’t know the first thing about chimneys, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with the differences between chimney caps and dampers. Both of them have one thing in common: they’re forms of chimney cover. Having… Read More
Top Signs That You Might Need a New Chimney
Would you know if you needed a new chimney? We cannot stress enough the importance of making sure that your chimney is clean and isn’t damaged. Many homeowners neglect or even avoid this part of their home, and it comes… Read More
Chimney Caps Keep Animals Away: Here’s How
Chimney caps are the best and first line of defense against animals trying to enter your chimney. Animals such as birds, raccoons, and squirrels see chimneys as a large, hollow tree made for nesting. If your chimney is open, an… Read More
Why Chimney Caps are Crucial to Have
Chimney caps are crucial to have because since chimneys are open to the elements, animals may try to come into your home. Closing off a chimney with a chimney cap is cost-effective. It helps you prevent problems that arise from… Read More