With winter coming to an end, you may be curious about what you can do to make sure that the chimney is deep cleaned and ready to use come next cool season. If you’ve never scheduled chimney cleaning before due to this being your first home with a fireplace, you may be unsure about what… Read more »
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If you love to DIY when it comes to home improvement projects, you are not alone. Working on your home can build sweat equity and instill pride of ownership. However, unless you work for a chimney service, make sure you leave all chimney repairs to the professionals. Here are three important reasons why. 1. Equipment…. Read more »
When you bought your home, it’s unlikely that you were you handed a how-to guide on keeping your chimney and fireplace safe. The fact is, the beautiful fireplace you enjoy snuggling in front of with family and friends during the colder months needs proper TLC throughout the winter season (and beyond!). This 5-step guide will… Read more »
All chimneys will need maintenance at some point in order to live a strong structural life. Sometimes, however, there may be a time to choose to either rebuild or restore your chimney. You may come and go from your home without really taking a good look at your chimney but maybe it is time. When… Read more »
If you have been consistent with upkeep since you moved into your home and are interested in selling your house, you may be determined to sell it in turnkey condition. While you will know about the condition of certain features that are easy to inspect on your own, you may have a beautiful fireplace that… Read more »
When the temperatures drop, you will probably want to be able to use your fireplace. If you want to do this without a problem, now is the time to start thinking about your fireplace and chimney. Here is some information to help to ensure that you’re prepared to use your fireplace this fall and winter…. Read more »
Prior to using your fireplace, you will need to have your chimney professionally inspected for signs of damage. When your chimney needs repairs, and you use it anyway, it can be un-safe for you and your family. Keep reading for reasons why it’s important to have chimney repairs done. Creosote Build-Up Poses a Fire Risk… Read more »
As winter nears, more and more people will start using their chimney again. It is important, however, to be fully aware of the dangers that can potentially be involved if proper care is not taken, and how to avoid them. Although some people would like to think that a chimney does not require a lot… Read more »
A chimney in disrepair is a dreadful sight. What’s worse, some homeowners don’t know that they require chimney repair until it’s too late. That’s why it’s incredibly important to have your chimney inspected annually so that minor problems don’t cause permanent damage, requiring entire chimney rebuilds. Without climbing to a dangerous vantage point, do you know… Read more »
One of the biggest problems that homeowners experience with their chimney is leaks. In order to remain at peak working condition, regular inspections of the cap, flashing and crown are necessary to ensure there is no damage that could cause a future leak. The Chimney Cap The purpose of the chimney cap is to protect… Read more »