by Lou Curley | Jan 24, 2017 | Fire Safety
Anything in the home that deals with heat on a regular basis will begin to deteriorate at some point. The chimney and dryer vents are two such examples. While dryer vent repairs are less technical, they are no less important. An understanding of what it takes...
by Lou Curley | Jan 24, 2017 | Fire Safety
Dryers can be found in many homes, and like any major appliance that is used regularly, a little understanding of the equipment is necessary. Dryer vents require maintenance, even when they are not used often. For most homeowners, this equipment is essential,...
by Lou Curley | Jan 24, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Carbon monoxide is a gas that cannot be seen or smelled and it is dangerous. You may find yourself in contact with high levels of carbon monoxide if there is any of the following around: Unvented heating equipment A running car in a garage Using an oven or gas...
by Lou Curley | Jan 24, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
If you have a house with a fireplace, you have a chimney and this chimney needs to be serviced just like any other item in your home. A chimney that has not been serviced may become blocked with debris and carbon monoxide can build up inside your home. The...
by Lou Curley | Jan 24, 2017 | Fire Safety
Dryer vent fires are common and one of the leading causes of house fires in the United States. You can help prevent them by keeping your dryer vent clean and performing regular maintenance. Some basic steps to use to keep your dryer vent clean are: Cleaning the...
by Lou Curley | Jan 24, 2017 | Fire Safety
Fire safety is a very important topic and you have most likely heard people talk about different ways that you can keep yourself and your family safe too many times to count. Since you believe that you know everything there is to know about fire safety, you...
by Lou Curley | Jan 24, 2017 | Fire Safety
Wood burning fireplaces can still be found in m any homes, but more people are leaning towards gas-powered fireplaces. These types have an even stronger emphasis on contemporary design, and despite the fact that wood is cheaper, they are still relatively...
by Lou Curley | Jan 24, 2017 | Chimney Cleaning
When was the last time that you looked at your chimney? Has it been a while? Well, the next time you are outside, you may want to look up and make sure your bricks are not falling apart. If you notice that any of your bricks are falling apart or missing from...
by Lou Curley | Jan 24, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
After a long, cold winter, your chimney and fireplace would have served its purpose and kept you nice and warm. However, now with the freshness of spring you want to enjoy the clean air both inside and outside the house. One of the first steps to ensure that...
by Lou Curley | Jan 24, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
When you light a fire in your fireplace, you are not likely to spend a lot of time thinking about what is happening in the chimney. If you maintain your chimney properly, there is no reason to worry, but you should have as much knowledge as possible about this...
