Chimney caps do one simple thing: they keep stuff out of your chimney. From moisture, to leaves, to animals, you don’t want anything coming into your chimney. It should be a one-way street. Chimney caps are vital to chimneys, keeping… Read More
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3 Reasons to Install a Chimney Cap
Some homeowners wonder if a chimney cap is really necessary. It isn’t hard to find a chimney without one. You might wonder why so many chimneys don’t have one if they are so important. You don’t see a cap on… Read More
Why You Need a Chimney Cap
Many homeowners aren’t sure whether their chimney needs a cap or not. In fact, most chimneys don’t necessarily come with a cap so many homeowners often struggle to determine whether the investment is worthwhile or not. Homeowners might actually end… Read More
Important Chimney Terms You Should Know
Learning about all the parts that make up your chimney and fireplace is the first step in understanding how a chimney system works. There are more elements to chimneys, fireplaces, and heating systems than most people recognize. If you have… Read More
All About Chimney Caps
Chimney caps may be an overlooked part of your chimney, but they are essential in proper chimney installation. They are very beneficial to your fireplace and can prevent certain chimney issues. Proper maintenance of your fireplace is incredibly important. The… Read More
What Chimney Cap Is Best for You?
For the most part, chimney caps do one simple thing: they keep stuff out of your chimney. From moisture, to leaves, to animals, you really don’t want anything coming into your chimney. It should be a one-way-street. But although chimney… Read More
How Snow and Ice Can Damage Chimneys
Snow and ice are lovely to look at, especially when you don’t have to commute. They create the perfect setting for you to enjoy a crackling fire. When the winter weather hits hard, you’re going to be glad you have… Read More
How Chimney Caps Can Improve Your Chimney Draft
Lighting a fire is one of life’s simple pleasures during this time of the year. Now that your chimney has received its annual sweeping, you’ve found yourself looking forward to cozy nights around the fire. But a poor chimney draft… Read More
What Animal Is in Your Chimney?
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
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