by Lou Curley | Dec 19, 2014 | Fireplace Cleaning
You might not think about waterproofing your chimney until you have a problem or until we check it and find a leak. The position of chimneys makes them susceptible to weather, especially since the masonry material is quite porous. A chimney rain cap can usually...
by Lou Curley | Dec 18, 2014 | Fireplace Cleaning
Not everyone is interested in buying a home that is in great condition. Some people enjoy the challenge of buying fixer-uppers and getting right to work. No matter what your reasons are for going this route, it can either be a rewarding experience or your worst...
by Lou Curley | Nov 19, 2014 | Fireplace Cleaning
A wood burning fireplace is a wonderful addition to your Philadelphia area home for a variety of reasons. They’re still considered a bit of a status symbol because they do require a good bit of money to install and maintain, they add an air of romance to...
by Lou Curley | Sep 17, 2014 | Fireplace Cleaning
Many homeowners are installing a secondary heat source in preparation of colder weather. I’ve put together a list of pros and cons regarding wood burning stoves and fireplaces. Please let me know what you think by leaving me a comment in the comments section. I’d love...
by Lou Curley | Jul 17, 2014 | Fireplace Cleaning
Your fireplace and chimney probably aren’t on the forefront of your mind with summer just settling in on us here in the City of Brotherly Love. We’re probably looking at temperatures in the 90s for the next month or so, depending on when fall decides to rescue us from...
by Lou Curley | Jun 17, 2014 | Fireplace Cleaning
Chimney liners are quite the topic of conversation lately it seems. So today I’m going to go over the three primary types of chimney liners, and pros and cons for each. Are you aware that there are three primary types; clay tiles, metal, and cast-in-place? Which...