by Lou Curley | Nov 17, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Delaware county is a large area with a lot going on every single day. I get that you’re busy and you have a ton of responsibilities to deal with on a daily basis. But don’t put off scheduling your chimney inspection and cleaning until something bad happens; it’s too...
by Lou Curley | Nov 17, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Before buying a house you will receive an inspection report, but it might not be as detailed as you want it to be. The chimney for example might receive only a cursory examination, not enough to tell you what is really going on. Even if you have had the house...
by Lou Curley | Nov 17, 2014 | Fire Safety
I use the word avoid because you can’t prevent creosote buildup, but you can slow it down. First, I’m going to explain what creosote is and how it accumulates within your chimney’s flue. Then I’ll explain how dangerous it is to let creosote linger and build up...
by Lou Curley | Nov 17, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Regular chimney maintenance is one of the most important things you can do to prevent potential problems. You can do some of the maintenance and cleaning yourself, but don’t underestimate the importance of a professional inspection and cleaning at least once...
by Lou Curley | Nov 17, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
I wrote a post last month titled Anatomy of a Chimney – How to Choose the Best Chimney Cap, so today I’d like to dive more deeply into the actual anatomy of your chimney and fireplace, explaining what each area does. I believe that knowledge is power, and by...
