by Lou Curley | Apr 3, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
The importance of chimney waterproofing is widely understood, but this does not make the task an easy one. With so many different types of products on the market and the different types of chimneys, there is enough information out there to confuse the average...
by Lou Curley | Apr 3, 2017 | Chimney Cleaning
As soon as the warmer temperatures hit, you know that your chimney will not be working as hard as it did over the winter months. That is one of the primary reasons why you should get your chimney cleaned during the spring. You can have it cleaned and get that...
by Lou Curley | Apr 3, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Every section of your home needs some maintenance, but ignoring some areas can prove dangerous. The chimney is one such area, and over the years you may experience a few problems with yours. Here are eight of the most common ones, and ways to deal with them....
by Lou Curley | Apr 3, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
There are plenty of good reasons to quickly deal with a leaky chimney in your home. When water comes in contact with creosote, it produces bad smells that linger in the home. Moisture that enters through the chimney can lead to mold growth and rot, and...
by Lou Curley | Mar 24, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Chimneys can have a number of issues during their lifetime, and some of them are linked to the flue. A poorly functioning flue can affect a chimney’s performance, and it increases the risk of a house fire as well. Flue liners are generally rigid, but if you...
by Lou Curley | Mar 24, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
If you have been putting off any repairs on your chimney, now may be the time to have the work done. Spring is an excellent time to schedule chimney repair, especially before summertime thunderstorms hit if you need the chimney waterproofed. This also holds...
by Lou Curley | Mar 24, 2017 | Fire Safety
As homeowners, we are concerned about the possible dangers posed by dryer vents clogged with lint. According to the US Fire Administration, this causes roughly 2,900 fires each year. This leads to injuries, deaths and millions in property damage. This is...
by Lou Curley | Mar 24, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Masonry damage is an ever-present concern if you own a chimney, but this is not always a big drain on your budget. If you can spot the signs of damage early, you could keep your repair budget under control. Some signs of damage are easy to miss, especially if...
by Lou Curley | Mar 24, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
A chimney cap is considered essential, and by adding one you can avoid some of the most common chimney problems. It will keep out small animals and prevent birds from nest inside. One of the best reasons to get one is to keep rain out of the chimney. The...
by Lou Curley | Mar 22, 2017 | Fire Safety
When was the last time you cleaned out your dryer vent? We are not just talking about the lint trap in your dryer, we are talking about the long hose that goes from your dryer to the outside of your home as well as the vent that is attached to the outside of...
