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Black Moose Chimney Has Moved
Black Moose has moved! We hope you can find us at our new location as easily as you can find us on Facebook. Stop by our new offices at 128 Concord Street in Antrim, New Hampshire. We’re still taking appointments and dispatching our best chimney sweeps to service the area. We pride ourselves on being […] Read more
Summer is a Good Time for Chimney Repairs
Summer has arrived! So, you have most likely stopped using your fireplace, stove, or insert. However, have you schedule your chimney maintenance? The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommend routine maintenance to keep your chimney safe and efficient. A regular chimney sweep to clean away debris, soot, and […] Read more
Don’t Forget, We Sell Stoves Too!
Despite the rising temperatures outside, now is the time to plan for your winter heat! If you cut and season your own firewood, you are probably already preparing for winter. However, are you considering an upgrade, remodel, or new construction? If so, it is time to look at your options. Stoves are efficient, beautiful, and […] Read more
Video Scans and Chimney Inspections
Your chimney serves the most important function of any system in your home. It works constantly to protect your family from harmful gases and the risk of fire. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are dedicated to consumer safety. That’s why they recommend regular maintenance for the […] Read more
The Importance of Chimney Caps
Are you a new homeowner with an old chimney? If so, you may not even notice that it’s missing a chimney cap. Some homeowners in the past didn’t recognize their importance, and oftentimes they weren’t installed. Chimney caps are also commonly neglected because they are low maintenance and “out of sight out of mind”. If […] Read more
Efficient Pellet Stoves – Pellet Stove Installs & Repairs
Spring may be the best time to shop for a new heat appliance. This is especially true if you scheduled your chimney sweep and inspection this spring in preparation for summer. You have time to make necessary repairs before you install a new product. In addition, you can rest assured that your chimney is in […] Read more
Why Chimney Liners are Important
Chimney liners are sometimes a neglected necessity. Older generations sometimes don’t see the need for chimney liners. However, industry professionals that study safety and fire science constantly strive for safer, more efficient options for consumers. Chimney liners are a necessary part of the chimney system. In addition, they play many roles for the safety and […] Read more
Winter Thaw and Masonry Issues
As winter draws to a close and warm weather thaws New Hampshire’s ice and snow, it is time to think about annual chimney maintenance. If your chimney wasn’t waterproofed and ready before cold weather, winter weather might have damaged your masonry. Hidden Damage When it comes to the proper function of your chimney, there is […] Read more
Dangers of Spalling
A typical problem we notice at the close of winter? The appearance of cracking, crumbling, and falling masonry. This occurrence is a common occurrence when moisture has penetrated the masonry. When water is allowed to penetrate the masonry it experiences a freeze/thaw cycle that is especially damaging. The water freezes, expanding and damaging the brick […] Read more
Why We Do Chimney Relining!
Your chimney is a large, intricate system of parts that allow your fire’s byproducts to vent. One of the largest and most important parts of your chimney system is unseen by the homeowner. However, it is immensely important—the chimney liner. The liner is easily damaged if the fireplace and chimney system isn’t properly maintained. Consequently, […] Read more
