Your chimney was designed to withstand some harsh conditions. Your chimney can handle wind, high heat, freezing temperatures, and falling debris. However, even the most well-built chimney can start to show signs of damage if it isn’t properly maintained. This is...
Your chimney was constructed to withstand some pretty harsh conditions ranging from wind, high heat, freezing temperatures, and falling debris. However, even the most well-built chimney can quickly start to fall to pieces if it isn’t properly maintained. This is...
Owning a fireplace can be incredibly rewarding. There is nothing better than sitting back and relaxing in front of a warm fire on a chilly winter night. However, the labor and maintenance that goes into owning a wood burning fireplace can make it difficult to justify...
Preventing your chimney from exposure to moisture is critical to your chimney’s health. There are a number of issues that can arise when moisture invades your chimney. Whether you have a masonry or prefabricated factory-built chimney, protecting your chimney begins at...
Did you know that you have different options when choosing the type of chimney damper you want to use in your home? Dampers act as a gateway in your chimney that can either block or allow airflow to come through your chimney opening. Dampers are important for...
Your chimney flue is designed to withstand heat, smoke, and other byproducts. However, over time, your chimney flue starts to deteriorate due to aging, constant use, and exposure to corrosive gases and creosote. If your flue is deteriorating, a lot of issues can arise...
Do you love the idea of owning a fireplace, but are concerned about all the extra work that goes along with it? Chopping and stacking wood, building a fire, and waiting around for the fire to die before you leave it can be tiresome and time-consuming. This, coupled...
Chimney fires are one of the leading causes of residential house fires every year. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), there are more than 20,000 residential house fires caused by chimneys annually. Unfortunately, most of those fires can be...
There is no better feeling than sitting around the fireplace with friends and family on a cold winter night. Your fireplace adds a warm and cozy touch to your home during the winter months. However, in the summer, your fireplace have the opposite effect. This is...
You wouldn’t buy a car without test-driving it first, would you? Of course not. You want to know what you are buying when you’re investing a lot of money into something. The same holds true for when you’re buying a new home. You need to look over your home and make...
