Water in your home where it’s not supposed to be can cause significant damage, especially to a chimney and any structures around it. If you’ve noticed any cracks, leaks, or growth like mold or mildew in or around your chimney,… Read More
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Chimney Repair: 5 Common Problems
When buying a new home, would you check to see if chimney repair was necessary? Homeowners want to ensure that the house is in a safe neighborhood, has an excellent school system, and has a beautiful and spacious layout. A… Read More
What to Know About Chimney Leaks
Chimney leaks are all-too-common occurrences for homeowners with fireplaces. Without an inspection and proper repair, leaky chimneys can cause significant damage to your home and, depending on the nature of the leak, can be a health hazard to your family…. Read More
Why You Should Hire a Chimney Sweep this Spring
Today’s topic of discussion is why you should hire a chimney sweep this spring. People typically associate chimneys with colder seasons. When frigid weather comes, people fire up the fireplace to keep themselves warm. However, you might be surprised at… Read More
Dealing With Birds in Your Chimney
Your chimney is an important part of the heating system for your home, channeling dangerous fumes up and out of your house. Unfortunately, it can also be a really enticing place for animals – when your chimney is in good… Read More
Tips for Finding the Best Firewood
There’s nothing better than warming up to a hot blazing fire on a cold winter day. But, creating the perfect winter scene means understanding the different types of firewood. For instance, burning green wood creates excess smoke, but little heat,… Read More
How Ice Can Damage Your Chimney
Did you know that snow and ice can be damaging to your chimney? In fact, snow and ice can really hinder your chimneys’ structure over time. When gone untreated, snow and ice can be hazardous to not just your chimney… Read More
Why is My Chimney Tilting?
Chimneys are a classic and timeless addition to any home. If you have a chimney you know how important it is to maintain it regularly. A tilted or leaning chimney is a sign that there is a serious issue with… 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
Common Causes of Chimney Fires
Chimney fires pose a serious and dangerous risk to all those who regularly use their fireplace. A fire can start in your chimney without you even realizing it. Flames and smoke can shoot out of your chimney and fireplace, causing… Read More