Your chimney is a crucial part of your home, and it’s important to keep it in good working order. That’s why it’s important to know how to repair your chimney, in case something goes wrong. But, you might also be wondering — What can go wrong with a chimney? Well, there are actually a few … Read more
A chimney can be the highlight of your entire home or at least the upper level. A quality and charming one could literally make some people stop to point it out and say, “I want that design.” However, quality and charming are the keywords. Without those traits, it’s unlikely that anything good will be said … Read more
As we hit mid-winter, you may have considered holding off on that chimney maintenance until slightly warmer weather arrives. But before you sit back and get cozy in front of the fireplace, it’s worth ensuring you’ve followed the proper steps to prepare your chimney for the winter. Time for a chimney inspection? If you don’t … Read more
Chimneys are an important and often overlooked part of the house. A chimney professional should inspect your chimney annually before you begin using it again in the cool weather. Of course, it may be easy to go years without checking on maintenance steps that should be done yearly, but house fires are a very real … Read more
The chimney is the staple of a lot of people’s homes, but many will often totally forget or overlook their chimney, and this neglect can lead to severe problems down the line. However, paying attention and keeping tabs on your chimney will keep your home and, more importantly, your family safe from a severe fire … Read more
Having a fireplace truly adds something special to your home. You can enjoy a fire on chilly nights while spending time with your family and friends. Or, you can enjoy your free time by yourself, curled up by your fireplace with a hot cup of cocoa. A chimney and fireplace are the perfect addition to … Read more
A chimney leak can happen during any time of the year. The only time that you might actually notice a chimney leak is in the spring. This is because of the high amounts of rain we get during the spring months. This makes leaks much easier to detect for homeowners. Otherwise, leaks aren’t usually noticeable … Read more
The temperature is beginning to fall as we enter the cold months, meaning the animals will start becoming more active. They’ll be in search of warm, cozy and dark places to build their nests. For many of you homeowners, this sadly means your chimneys will be a common option for several potential pests. However, with … Read more
While your chimney may not seem like a major structural component of your house, a faulty chimney may cause serious problems if not properly maintained. Keeping your family and home safe is crucial, so it’s important to know what warning signs to look for when inspecting your chimney. If you’re on the fence about whether … Read more
Summertime is probably not the time when you are thinking about a warm cozy fire in your fireplace. But you should be thinking about preparing your fireplace for the fall and winter months. Keeping your fireplace in good condition is essential to keeping your home safe from potential fire damage or smoke damage. A chimney … Read more