Are you buying a home this summer? You undoubtedly have a lot on your moving to-do list including a home inspection, packing boxes, painting, and putting your own touches on your new home. One thing you must not forget is a fireplace and chimney inspection. What is a...
Warm, crackling, cozy fires might be the last thing on your mind in the middle of summer, but summer is actually the best time to start thinking about how you will fuel your wood-burning fireplace. All of the firewood you burn should be properly seasoned; that is,...
A little bit of water in or around your fireplace might seem innocuous enough. However, if you see signs that water is leaking in through your chimney, you have a serious problem! A leaky chimney can cause damage to your home that can turn into serious and expensive...
Chimney swifts are a common site in North America, particularly the Midwest and eastern states, each summer. These birds spend their winters in Peru then return north in early March to nest. Usually their nests are in place from May through November. If your home has...
Let’s face it: chimney repairs are expensive. What if you could take one simple, inexpensive step to protect your chimney from all sorts of dangers? A good chimney cap is worth its weight in gold. The chimney cap covers the opening of your flue entirely and is...
You might have heard of HeatShield chimney and smoke chamber sealants. HeatShield offers innovative products that are highly effective and very popular. But what can HeatShield offer your chimney? A restored and safe chimney liner If your masonry chimney...
There are many benefits of annual chimney sweeping. It removes any dangerous creosote or buildup from your chimney flue to reduce your risk of a chimney fire. It also ensures that your chimney continues to vent the smoke from your fireplace. But what about your annual...
After years and years of burning in your fireplace, your hearth’s masonry begins to deteriorate inevitably. Each time you burn, small levels of smoke escape out of the fireplace. When the smoke comes in contact with your hearth’s porous masonry, the masonry absorbs...
Chimney technology is relatively straightforward, so it can be surprising when you come across a new term or chimney product. Clay pot chimney stacks certainly aren’t new, but they are becoming increasingly popular for homeowners who want to add style to or improve...
Choosing the right professionals to care for your home, whether you’re in need of a plumber or a chimney sweep, is always a challenge. You want someone whose work you know will be done properly to keep your home looking good and functioning properly. If you’re...
