Black Moose Blog

Packed with information to keep your chimney, and entire home, healthy, safe and soot free

What Does a Chimney Inspection Include?

Your Chimney may be built to last. It may do the job, and do it well, but this performance can only last with regular maintenance. Your chimney…
Chimney Sweep Solutions To A Chimney Leak

A well-built chimney should last several years, but without routine care and maintenance, it will become damaged over time. A damaged or neglected chimney can lead to…
What About My Zip Code?

If you’re a resident of Northern New Hampshire and looking for a chimney sweep, look no further than Black Moose Chimney & Stove. Established in 2009, Black…
Don’t Burn Santa’s Coat: How to Properly Remove Ashes

Christmas is the most popular time of year for fireplaces across the country—in warm and cold climates. It’s the hearth’s time to shine, providing warmth and ambiance…
Fire Safety Tips for Your Family

The Holiday season is the favorite time of year for fireplaces. As temperatures continue to drop, you might burn a fire every day in order to supplement…
Looking for a New Stove This Winter? We Can Help You Decide!

The first thing you’ve noticed this fall is the temperature change. If your fireplace is worn out, the temperature may be dropping indoors as well! When your…
The Basics of Chimney Crown Repair

Your chimney crown is the ceiling that covers the top of the chimney opening. It endures abuse from weather and critters on the outside and heat from…
Chimney Flashing And Why It’s Important

One of the chimney’s first defenses against water damage is the flashing. Made up of thin sheets of metal, the flashing serves as a barrier. It keeps…
National Fire Prevention Week October 8-14

National Fire Prevention Week is an annual campaign to not only prevent fires, but also to prevent the loss of life. According to the National Fire Protection…
Don’t Forget We Serve a Wide Area of Southern New Hampshire

Don’t let our address or area code fool you. We serve all of Southern New Hampshire. Antrim may be our home, but we serve Hillsborough, Cheshire, Merrimack,…
Do You Need Your Chimney Rebuilt Before Winter?

The worst thing to hear is that you cannot use your chimney and fireplace. As another winter approaches, this news may be devastating to your family. Many…
Waterproofing Needs For Every Homeowner

Spring showers have come and gone, but waterproofing is still vital for winter. Unlike rain water that falls and flows, snow will sit on a chimney and…