by Lou Curley | Aug 19, 2015 | Fire Safety
Holiday season will be upon us before we know it. Nearly everyone likes to decorate their home for the variety of holidays we celebrate in the United States. The fireplace is usually an attention-grabber even without decoration, but the right holiday decor can...
by Lou Curley | Aug 19, 2015 | Fire Safety
Elderly pets often suffer some of the same issues as elderly humans. Their bones and joints ache during cold weather, and a nice warm fire hits the spot. The only problem with this scenario is that a fire is unpredictable. The embers give no warning when...
by Lou Curley | Aug 19, 2015 | Chimney Cleaning
Soot stains aren’t uncommon in homes with fireplaces or wood burning stoves. Even gas fireplaces can produce soot because it is a byproduct of burning any type of fuel and isn’t restricted to only burning wood or paper. Soot is a black powdery or flaky...
by Lou Curley | Aug 19, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
Homeowners generally know that leaks within the home are bad. When there’s a leak, it needs to be repaired fast to prevent damage, right? You are probably aware that you can take certain measures to prevent leaks in your home’s plumbing system. But did you know...
by Lou Curley | Aug 18, 2015 | Chimney Cleaning
The winter months are coming, and that brings a big change in the weather. We all know that aside from the mercury dipping, the moisture in the air is going to cause some issues to our home, especially the chimney. You have gone through the winter months before...