by Richie Baxley | May 24, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety, Fireplaces
With spring in the air people are getting all of their household chores done before they spend their summer vacationing and grilling out with the family. You will need to have your chimney swept and inspected if you have not already – as this is the perfect time...
by Richie Baxley | Apr 17, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimneys
We all want our homes and the appliances inside of them to last as long as possible. So what can you do to increase the life of these commonly used objects? If you have this chimney question or any other, contact your local professionals at Environmental Chimney...
by Richie Baxley | Nov 15, 2012 | Chimney Maintenance
When the winter weather is mild, your chimney is probably one of the farthest things from your mind. In many places in the Southeast, winter temperatures can often stay in the 40s and 50s, meaning that most of our fireplaces will stay dormant for much of the winter....
by Richie Baxley | Oct 29, 2012 | Chimney Maintenance
Are you having problems with birds entering your chimney? Have you ever had a fire go out because it starts raining outside? If so, it may be time to consider installing a chimney cap. This device is specifically designed to make your chimney safer for operation and...
by Richie Baxley | Oct 5, 2012 | Chimneys
When most animals enter a chimney, very few are capable of getting back out on their own. Most are stuck inside of the chimney, causing a variety of problems. The obvious problem is causing a blockage, preventing proper ventilation that could lead to a fire. But, they...