Firewood needs to be appropriately stored for safety reasons. Stacking and storing your firewood will become important as you live in the home throughout the years. When you improperly store your firewood, you’ll likely end up with infestations, mold growth,… Read More
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The Importance of Chimney Inspections
Like many homeowners, you may wonder if inspecting your chimney is necessary. While your chimney may look fine outside, there may be signs of fire damage, water leaks, and other issues deep inside the flue. Without an annual chimney inspection,… Read More
How to Keep Insects Out of Your Chimney
As a homeowner, the last thing you want to deal with is insects in your chimney. Not only can they cause damage and be a nuisance, but they also pose health risks to you and your family. However, there are… Read More
Signs You Need Chimney Cap Repair
A chimney cap is more than just an aesthetic addition to your chimney. It is one of the vital organs of your chimney and should be replaced as they wear out. Unfortunately, identifying a problem with the chimney cap may… Read More
How to Prevent Dryer Fires
Keeping your dryer vent clean is crucial in preventing dryer fires and ensuring the longevity of your appliance. Lint build-up in the vent is one of the most common causes of dryer fires. Luckily, preventing lint build-up is a straightforward… Read More
Teaching Your Children Fireplace Safety
Many of us love spending quality time with our families around the warmth of a fireplace during the colder season. These moments are an opportunity for cozy gatherings and a crucial time to teach our children about fireplace safety. It’s… Read More
How Your Fireplace Affects Your Home’s Energy Efficiency
Do you use your fireplace as a primary heating source or rely on it just for supplemental heating? Regardless, your home’s energy efficiency is determined by the efficiency of your chimney. A clean, optimally operating chimney is efficient; a chimney… Read More
What to Know About New Chimney Building
Chimneys are one of the most popular features homeowners look for when they purchase a new home. There’s nothing like sitting by the fire on a cold fall or winter night. Homeowners decide to purchase and install new fireplaces for… Read More
What Happens If You Don’t Clean Your Chimney
Routine home maintenance is vital to your home’s health and longevity. Everyone knows to change air filters once or twice a year, seal windows and doors, and clean your gutters. However, it’s easy to miss other equally important but not… Read More
Why is My Chimney Leaning?
Looking at your home and realizing your chimney is leaning can be frightening. You may wonder if it will fall, if it’s unsafe for your family, and how quickly you should act. It is a somewhat time-sensitive and dangerous problem… Read More