Almost every home you’ve ever been in has a chimney – you may not see it or recognize it, but it is there. Even homes that don’t have a fireplace usually still have a chimney for the oil burner or… Read More
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4 Benefits of Annual Chimney Inspections
You can do many things to take care of your fireplace system. After you burn a fire, you know to clean out your firebox, but leave some ashes to help smother the coals and improve the quality. Also, the dampers… Read More
Important Considerations When Hiring a Chimney Professional
When it comes to chimney sweeping, you can’t cut corners. The fact is that chimneys are expensive, delicate parts of our home that must be taken care of properly if you want to reap the benefits for as long as… Read More
4 Winter Fireplace Safety Tips
There is nothing better than enjoying a crackling fire in the cold haze of winter with your loved ones. The snapping of the wood and warm blaze enveloping our bodies feels perfect sometimes. However, owning a fireplace comes with specific… 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
Why are Sparks Coming Out of My Chimney?
Fireplaces are a great way to warm your home while adding style to your interior. But, when your fireplace is unsafe, it is hardly a relaxing experience. It is essential to have a professional chimney sweep come to your home… Read More
Preparing for a Chimney Sweep Appointment
Winter is here, and the holidays are right around the corner. There is nothing better than snuggling up by the fire and enjoying the holiday season with your family. But, as time passes, your chimney needs to be cleaned and… Read More
4 Common Chimney Hazards
A failing chimney is not only an eyesore; it can also be a dangerous safety hazard. Chimney repairs can get expensive and time-consuming. Many of the chimney issues we see on a daily basis can be easily prevented by taking… Read More
What to Do If Your Chimney is Struck by Lightning
Every year the U.S. has around 100,000 thunderstorms and millions of lightning strikes. These storms can be very devastating. It is common for lightning to strike a chimney, as it is the highest point on a building. If this happens… 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