Creosote is a substance the forms in your chimney as you burn fires, and it can pose some serious threats to your household. This is one reason why the CSIA urges homeowners to invest in annual inspections! By hiring an educated, experienced chimney technician to look...
Is your chimney ready for the fall and winter months ahead? If not, the team here at Environmental Chimney Service is here to help! This cooler time of year can bring a lot of rain, sleet, and snow, and it’s imperative that your chimney is protected against it all....
Do you want to enter your upcoming burning season with peace of mind and reassurance, knowing your chimney and fireplace will run well all throughout the cooler months? Then, investing in an inspection is essential. The CSIA urges homeowners to schedule an inspection...
Many fireplace owners underestimate the benefits they gain from scheduling their maintenance earlier in the year, rather than waiting. The convenience of beating the rush and completing repair work weeks ahead of time is undeniable. At Environmental Chimney Service,...
Your chimney is made of multiple components, all of which play a big role in how well your fireplace runs. From the chimney crown to the damper to the firebox, every component contributes to a well-maintained chimney system. Learn more about the various parts below,...
Here at Environmental Chimney Service, we take pride in keeping chimneys throughout the Asheville area looking great and functioning as efficiently as possible. One way we’re able to do this is by providing residents with chimney sweepings and inspections, both of...
Hiring someone to trust to service your chimney system — and your home — to can be a bit nerve-wracking. After all, your chimney and fireplace need to be properly installed, repaired, serviced and maintained to heat your home safely and efficiently. Whether you are in...
If you are like most homeowners, you don’t give your chimney much thought during the hot, summer months. However, when foul smells start seeping into your home through your chimney, you can’t help but think about your chimney and fireplace. With the heat and...
Have you ever ignited a fire in your fireplace only to have smoke come flooding back into your home? Or have you ever sat in front of your unlit fireplace and felt the cold air rushing down through the chimney flue? If so, you were gaining some insight into the...
Summer is nearly here. With that, you’re probably not thinking about your chimney. But especially during the summer, your chimney is susceptible to water damage from rain. If your chimney already has a leak, no matter how small, that water damage can cause further...
