by Lou Curley | Jan 26, 2018 | Chimney Inspection
One chimney accessory that professionals always recommend is a chimney cap. It is installed at the top of the chimney as the name implies. Its main purpose is to shield the interior of the chimney from exposure to the elements. This will protect the internal...
by Lou Curley | Jan 26, 2018 | Fire Safety
If you have a fireplace and aren’t quite sure what creosote is, let us explain. Creosote is a thick hard buildup of debris that forms in your chimney and if you do not have it cleaned out regularly, it can catch on fire. It can also prevent air from flowing through...
by Lou Curley | Jan 26, 2018 | Chimney Inspection
The one thing that is the same between masonry and prefabricated fireplaces is that they both allow us to have wonderful fires. We can sit in front of either one of them and stay warm for hours on end on the coldest winter days. And that might be where the...
by Lou Curley | Jan 26, 2018 | Chimney Cleaning
One reason why people switch from wood burning stoves and fireplaces is the desire for less maintenance. This does not mean that a gas fireplace does not need maintenance. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America, regular maintenance is important...
by Lou Curley | Jan 22, 2018 | Chimney Inspection
Winter is the time when your chimney works the hardest. With extreme cold on the outside and heat on the inside, the masonry needs to be in good condition for the chimney to function well. Chimney maintenance and repair are usually summer or fall activities....
