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by Lou Curley | Jun 23, 2017 | Fire Safety
Most people worry about their children being near the fireplace during the winter months, because that is when a fire is burning. However, the fireplace can be dangerous throughout the entire year if the proper precautions have not been taken. Here are 4 things that...
by Lou Curley | Jun 23, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Water and chimneys do not like each other. Well, actually, water likes chimneys, but chimneys do not work so great once water has been introduced to them. Plus, water that leaks into your chimney during those summertime storms can cause odors as well as a lot of...
by Lou Curley | Jun 23, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Homeowners now have many options for reheating their homes, but in the past the fireplace was the only way to do this. With modern heating features, the fireplace has now become a point where the home can lose heat or cool air. A drafty fireplace can be a major...
by Lou Curley | Jun 23, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Many chimney sweeps will agree that chimney neglect is a common problem. Some homeowners still fail to get annual cleanings, and fail to respond quickly to signs of damage. Chimney safety is not the only issue here, as chimney defects can affect other parts of the...
by Lou Curley | Jun 23, 2017 | Chimney Cleaning
While it is usually recommended that you clean your chimney once a year, it is not always so straightforward. The development of creosote inside the chimney does not always happen at the same rate. This can be influenced by the type of wood you use, how dry it is, and...
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