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...
by Lou Curley | Oct 22, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Annual servicing of the chimney is an extremely important component of home safety. However, while you may feel tempted to clean your chimney yourself, there are many good reasons to leave this job to the professionals. Let’s go over some of the most important reasons...
by Lou Curley | Oct 22, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Do you have your chimney inspected once per year? Your insurance provider may require it, but some homeowners are under the mistaken assumption that if it isn’t broken, don’t bother with fixing it. Unfortunately, those homeowners are inadvertently putting their home...
