If you’re a regular member of the “Do-It-Yourself” club, sweeping your own chimney sounds easy-peasy, nothing to it, and a money-saver. But hold on! There’s far more that goes into the task of chimney sweeping than simply buying a brush, rods, and watching a how-to video. Having that said, ridding your chimney of built-up creosote… Read more »
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Did you have your chimney cleaned after last winter? If not, make sure to get it cleaned as soon as possible instead of waiting until the last minute. Here are some reasons to have a chimney cleaning scheduled for this summer or fall: Be an Early Bird Don’t wait until the last minute to have… Read more »
Summer is the season of warmth and relaxation. For most homeowners, this means that their chimney and fireplace are last on their mind. After all, it’s too warm for fires inside the house and if you’re not using your fireplace, you don’t have to worry about maintenance, right? Unfortunately, even when your fireplace isn’t seeing… Read more »
Did you know, according to recent statistics, there are over 25,000 chimney fires a year that result in over $125 million in property damage? An improperly maintained chimney can quickly turn into a house fire. A properly inspected chimney is important to ensure the health and safety of your home. There are several benefits to… Read more »
The stormy days of summer are here and that means strong winds and harsh hail can bring damage to a chimney and a roof. Chimney repair work must be completed in a timely fashion after bad weather occurs in order for the chimney to continue to function properly for the dwelling. Insurance Claim from Hail… Read more »
If your home has a chimney, it is important to have it inspected on a regular basis. Many people are too lazy or don’t believe that it is worth their time and money to have their chimney inspected. Here are five ways getting regular chimney inspections will save you time and money and keep you… Read more »
After moving into a fixer-upper home, you may find that the chimney is no longer in good condition. This can end up being especially problematic since it can cause safety concerns if you’re not careful. Looking into the different benefits of getting chimney restoration work done is such a good idea since it can provide… Read more »
If your home has a fireplace, then it’s important to have your chimney cleaned and inspected on a regular basis. These are a few reasons why it’s well worth the cost. Make Your Fireplace More Efficient First of all, even though it’s not necessarily expensive, the cost of wood for your fireplace can add up…. Read more »
When we think of restoring a chimney, we tend to think of masonry work and little else. However, a chimney contains a number of components all of which must be in good order for a wood stove, fireplace, or furnace to work properly and safely. Here are some of the major non-masonry components that Fiddler… Read more »
One of the nicest features that you can have in your home is a fireplace. A fireplace can provide you with additional warmth and ambience on a relaxing night at home; and who doesn’t love a relaxing evening? While a fireplace can provide a lot of comfort to a home, it does require some maintenance…. Read more »