As fall approaches, you may be excited to don sweaters, scarves and boots again as you enjoy the crisp cool air and hear the crunch of leaves beneath your feet. Ending a cool evening with a warm and cozy fire is an ideal move. Before you plan on having fires during the colder months, first … Read more
Your chimney protects your home. It requires yearly upkeep, so you can protect it, too, by preventing serious water damage. However, with so many options for waterproofing material on the market, it’s all too easy to make the wrong selection. Some waterproofing materials can damage your chimney just as much as the water it prevents … Read more
Did you know that every year in the U.S. there are over 25,000 chimney fires that add up to over $125 million in property damage and cause death and injury to many people? To prevent this issue from happening to you, proper maintenance is crucial. The problem is, most homeowners do not have the time … Read more
Have you ever paid attention to older chimneys? If so, you might have noticed that many of them have large white stains on their exterior surface. These white stains are known as “efflorescence”. While they are not necessarily damaging to the chimney, they can be an indication of serious problems inside the chimney that need … Read more
If you have a home with a fireplace, then you know the comfort and joy it can bring, especially on cold winter nights. There is nothing quite like a cozy, roaring fire to help cut the chill out and make a house feel like a home. The problem with fireplaces and chimneys, though, is that … Read more
A chimney can provide your home with warmth, entertainment, and relaxation. It works hard to make you feel comfortable in your home. A quick look at a chimney may have you thinking they are indestructible. Although they are fairly durable, weather and usage over time can take its toll on your chimney. Some of the … Read more
As the weather starts to get colder, it is crucial to eliminate cold air from coming into the house. Drafts can not only make interior spaces uncomfortable, but they can increase your heating and electric bills, too. Believe it or not, one of the most common culprits of drafts can be the chimney. Since this … Read more
Having a fireplace in your home is a delight of its own, especially on cool fall evenings or when weathering a frigid winter. If you use your fireplace regularly, it needs to be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent health and safety issues, including moss build up. This step is crucial whether the fireplace was … Read more
When it comes to chimney maintenance and care, most homeowners are not as proactive as they should be. It doesn’t get used all the time, and since it’s relatively self-sufficient, it’s easy to neglect it until something goes wrong. One of the more common issues isn’t necessarily with the chimney itself. Debris can be a … Read more
During the colder months of the year, nothing compares to warming yourself by a roaring fire. However, as we come out of the summertime and into these brisk nights, it’s the perfect time to check your chimney. All too often, homeowners never think to inspect their fireplace or chimney until there’s a problem. By then, … Read more