by Lou Curley | Feb 22, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
During the hot days of summer, most people don’t even think about their chimney. It’s not hard to imagine why, if you only light up the fireplace for warmth during the fall and winter. It’s pretty easy to forget chimney maintenance during the summer months. But...
by Lou Curley | Feb 22, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Water getting into the chimney can damage the masonry and prevent the chimney from working efficiently. Thankfully, there are things you can do to waterproof your chimney. Some you can do by yourself and others, you will need the help of a professional chimney...
by Lou Curley | Feb 22, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
The outside of your home is obviously visible to anyone who drives down your street, so you make sure that it looks beautiful. Most homeowners focus on their grass and flowers, but not too many people think about their chimney and how it makes the rest of their...
by Lou Curley | Feb 22, 2017 | Chimney Cleaning
Your chimney has worked hard all winter long and it’s probably looking quite dirty inside. You may think that it’s okay for chimneys to look like that, but in reality, all of the build-up of creosote is dangerous for you and your family. Too much creosote may...
by Lou Curley | Feb 22, 2017 | Fire Safety
There is nothing cozier than snuggling up with your family in front of a roaring fire on a cold day. This is something that we all dream about and while we would love for this dream to be real, life happens every second of the day. You can be snuggled up with...
by Lou Curley | Feb 22, 2017 | Fire Safety
Many homes around the country have fireplaces or wood burning stoves. This means that creosote is an ever present concern that must constantly be addressed. Regular visits from the chimney sweep can keep this from putting your home in danger. Many homeowners...
by Lou Curley | Feb 21, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
It is difficult to think that anything can affect your chimney. After all, it is built to withstand intense heat, plus it has to deal with nature. As tough as it looks however, it requires a lot of care, and without this, the structure will have a shorter life....
by Lou Curley | Feb 21, 2017 | Fire Safety
Creosote is what builds up inside your chimney as you are burning wood in your fireplace. Part of the creosote is soot, but the majority of it is a tar-like substance. That is why it sticks to the sides of your chimney quite easily. Creosote should be...
by Lou Curley | Feb 21, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
If you already know that you should get an annual chimney inspection and cleaning you are doing your part to keep your home safe. However, the actual scheduling of your chimney inspection is just as important. Most people prefer to avoid dealing with the rush...
by Lou Curley | Feb 21, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Many homeowners can’t imagine having to do without a dryer. This appliance is really important for rainy periods, or in winter when you are unable to hang clothes outside. It is easy to use, but it has specific requirements for venting hot air, and for...
