by Lou Curley | Jul 24, 2017 | Fire Safety
Carbon monoxide is known as the silent killer, because sometimes people aren’t aware that they are at risk of being poisoned by this gas. This poisonous gas is created when fuels that contain carbon do not burn completely. Carbon monoxide is colorless,...
by Lou Curley | Jul 24, 2017 | Chimney Cleaning
We love sitting in front of our fireplace and spending time with family and friends when the weather is colder and we are sure that you are doing the exact same thing when time allows. While you are sitting there enjoying the warmth, do you ever get the...
by Lou Curley | Jul 24, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Water damage; it’s something every homeowner fears. Many times we hear it when we’ve had ongoing plumbing problems or chimney leaks that have damaged other areas of the home. We may be looking at serious issues like structural weakness or black mold...
by Lou Curley | Jul 24, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Homeowners become accustomed to certain problems that crop up with the home in time. Whether it was a problem with the dishwasher last week and the HVAC this week or vice versa, most homeowners can strike up a random conversation with a fellow homeowner about...
by Lou Curley | Jul 24, 2017 | Fire Safety
The fireplace is a standard fixture in many homes, but more and more we are learning that they can sometimes be inefficient heat producers. Using seasoned wood and maintaining the chimney can help, but the best way to boost efficiency is by installing a...
by Lou Curley | Jul 20, 2017 | Chimney Cleaning
Cooler temperatures, shorter days, and falling red, orange, and yellow leaves. These are all signs that fall is upon us and we will all be spending more and more time inside our homes. If you are anything like us, that time indoors involves decorating for the new...
by Lou Curley | Jul 20, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
A chimney has one main function, and that is to channel smoke from a fireplace or other type of heat source, out of the home. To do this properly, internal components have to be in the best condition, which is not always the case in some homes. One sore point for...
by Lou Curley | Jul 20, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
A chimney cap is one of the hardest working elements in, well on, your home. This item not only keeps rain and snow from falling down your chimney, it also keeps out sticks, dirt, other debris, and critters. When you install a chimney cap, you are ensuring that your...
by Lou Curley | Jul 20, 2017 | Fire Safety
Children are naturally curious, which is a good thing when it comes to them exploring and learning about the world. However, there are certain things in this world that are extremely dangerous to little ones. One dangerous item is a lit fire in a fireplace and while...
by Lou Curley | Jul 20, 2017 | Chimney Cleaning
The lazy days of summer will soon be behind us and that means that it is almost time to kick things up a notch and begin our fall chores. Yes, we know that you are not ready and we are not ready either, but these jobs are necessary if we all want to make sure that are...
