by Richie Baxley | Sep 26, 2019 | Creosote
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...
by Richie Baxley | Jul 31, 2013 | Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety, Fireplaces, General Home Upkeep
Eco-Friendly Practices for Chimney Owners One of the biggest issues we face in today’s world is the fragile state of our environment. With global temperatures rising and ice caps melting it becomes more and more important to be aware of the environmental impact our...
by Richie Baxley | Dec 6, 2012 | Fireplaces
It is that time of year when people start to gather their firewood for the upcoming winter. If you had trouble getting your fires started or they went out almost as quickly as they started, you know how frustrating it can be to have the wrong firewood in your...
by Richie Baxley | Jul 11, 2012 | Chimney Maintenance
When looking to buy firewood for your fireplace, it is important to take note of whether it has been thoroughly seasoned or dried. The reason, of course, is that wood with too much moisture left in it will not burn as hot. If you are using wet, or “green”,...
