When it comes to chimney care and maintenance, most homeowners focus on keeping their chimney swept and inspected to help prevent a chimney fire. While a clean chimney is undoubtedly crucial, your chimney’s No. 1 enemy is, in fact, water, according to the Chimney...
The holiday season has rushed by in a blur! For many of us, fall is the busiest time of year. The kids start back to school and suddenly we’re planning Halloween parties and costumes. Then, in no time, we’re onto Thanksgiving dinners and holiday shopping. Out of...
The days have gotten shorter, the temperatures have started to dip, and the trees are displaying fall’s vibrant colors. That can only mean one thing: Winter’s colder temperatures will soon take hold, and you will be ready to light the first fire of the season. Make...
Of all the working components of your fireplace, you are probably most familiar with your damper. You open the damper each time you light a fire to allow smoke to escape, and you close the damper once your fire has gone out to keep your home’s warm air from rising out...
A stinky chimney can cause a great deal of frustration and embarrassment. When your chimney stinks, that odor can permeate your home and be nearly impossible to get rid of on your own. There are a few common causes of chimney odors, and identifying what is causing...
Brown spots on your ceiling, sagging wallboard, drips making their way down your walls or ceiling: These things are terrifying for a homeowner to spot. Water leaking from above into your home may lead you to believe that you have a faulty roof. If you suspect a roof...
