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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Protecting Your Chimney from Snow Damage
Snow, an essential part of our winter image, can captivate us with its beauty. However, a pristine white landscape’s allure can quickly become a threat to our precious chimneys. Neglecting the potential hazards of snow can lead to significant damage… Read More
The Benefits of Annual Chimney Cleaning
A cozy fireplace is a beloved feature in many homes, providing warmth, ambiance, and a sense of comfort during the cold winter months. However, to keep your fireplace in optimal working condition and ensure your family’s safety, prioritizing regular chimney… Read More
The Importance of Chimney Flashing
One of the most essential parts of your chimney system is flashing. Many homeowners assume it’s part of the roofing; others think it’s part of the chimney—but what is it? The chimney flashing is made up of thin sheets of… Read More
What Causes Chimney Discoloration?
Stains on your chimney may seem harmless, but it’s a clear sign of a chimney problem. For homeowners, chimney discoloration is an easy to identify a chimney issue before an expert chimney sweep discovers it during a chimney inspection. Some… Read More
Preventing Fireplace Drafts
A fireplace is meant to help keep your home warm and comfortable, but drafts can prevent that from happening. It makes sense that a fireplace would have a draft as it helps draw the smoke and harmful particles out of… Read More
Maintaining Your Gas Fireplace
A gas fireplace adds warmth and ambiance to your home, especially during the colder months. However, regular gas fireplace maintenance and chimney inspection are crucial to keep your fireplace working efficiently and safely. Neglecting these tasks can lead to safety… Read More
What to Do if Your Chimney Is Crumbling
Your chimney masonry is strong and durable, but it needs to be properly taken care of for it to last a long time. Unfortunately, many people have chimneys with damaged or crumbling mortar, which need chimney repair before things worsen…. Read More
How to Keep Animals Out of Your Chimney
It is easy to forget that you have a chimney during the summer. After all, you’re not using it, and aside from possibly having routine yearly maintenance and chimney inspections or making time for some much-needed repairs, you don’t have… Read More
The Importance of Using Seasoned Firewood
Summer is not officially over, but since the kids are back in school and the coffee shops have rolled out pumpkin everything, it might as well be. This is the perfect time to start thinking about all those toasty fires… Read More