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Types of Chimney Repairs You Need to Address Right Away

Your fireplace and chimney will provide years of warmth and enjoyment. After the winter season, it’s easy to forget about the chimney until the cold weather returns.…
Summer Is A Great Time For A Fabulous Chimney Facelift

Now that you’re not using your fireplace and chimney every day, maybe you’ve begun to notice that your chimney isn’t looking all that great. Perhaps it has…
What to Do if Lightning Strikes Your Chimney

If you live in an area prone to lightning strikes, it’s a good idea to take a look at your chimney after a thunder and lightning storm.…
What is the long, steel tubing I saw being installed in my neighbor’s chimney?

When spring and summer arrives, many homeowners take advantage of the warmer weather for their spring-cleaning chores and working on home improvement projects. With the fireplace taking…
Why is My Chimney Rusting?

The chimney is one of the most visible features of a home. While brick chimneys are durable structures built to withstand a crackling fire in the fireplace,…
Do All Chimneys Need Cleaning?

This is a good question, because there are several different types of supplemental heating appliances, and not all of them need the same level of cleaning and…
The 4 Main Causes of Chimney Damage & Chimney Fires

Chimneys can suffer damage in several different ways – some that are preventable, some that aren’t. Let’s look at both kinds and talk about how you should…
What To Do With Your Fireplace In Warm Weather

Just because winter is over doesn’t mean that your fireplace has to look dull and boring. There are many things you can do to enhance this natural…
4 Situations That Require Calling a Certified Chimney Sweep

Chimney sweeps clean chimneys. Sweeps with certifications from the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) have gone that extra mile to earn their place among the very…
A Few Important Chimney and Fireplace Terms

How well do you know your chimney and fireplace? While the chimney may look like a simple masonry structure, on the inside are many components that work…
Tips to Make Your Fire Pit Last Longer

A well-made fire pit that’s properly cared for should last for many years and give you lots of enjoyment throughout its life. You can help your fire…
What Technicians Look for During a Chimney Inspection

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and other fire safety experts recommend annual chimney inspections. A yearly inspection is essential for ensuring that your chimney is not…