by Lou Curley | Oct 19, 2016 | Fire Safety
The holiday season is rapidly approaching and if you are like many other people in the world, you will want to decorate the space around your fireplace with some holiday cheer. However, you will want to make sure that you decorate properly, so that you do not...
by Lou Curley | Oct 19, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
Winter is fast approaching and it is time to turn to making sure that your chimney and fireplace are in good condition. Interestingly, most homeowners may focus just on maintenance without any consideration as to efficiency. There are some easy steps to ensure...
by Lou Curley | Oct 19, 2016 | Fire Safety
Having a fireplace in your home during the coldest months of the year is great for ambiance and heat. However, it’s important for homeowners to remember that fireplaces are not zero maintenance fixtures. Chimney systems are intricate and must be in good working...
by Lou Curley | Oct 19, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
Colder temperatures are approaching and you will want to make sure that your chimney is in excellent working order before you have to use it during the winter months. A little preventative maintenance will mean that you will not have to worry about damage to your...
by Lou Curley | Sep 29, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
A fireplace is only enjoyable if the smoke goes where it is supposed to go, that is, upwards through the chimney. If there is too much smoke, some of it may leave the fireplace and enter the room. This is not only unpleasant, it can also be harmful. With the...
by Lou Curley | Sep 29, 2016 | Fire Safety
Homeowners should always be concerned about the possibility of chimney fires, but this risk is greatly reduced with proper care. The main cause of these fires is failure to maintain and clean the chimney properly. Poor component installation can occasionally...
by Lou Curley | Sep 29, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
You might not have a chimney leak, but this does not mean that you do not have to waterproof the chimney. Many people ignore this, and only think about it when they start to see signs of moisture in the home. You have to remember that constant exposure to the...
by Lou Curley | Sep 29, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
Everyone should learn all they can about carbon monoxide poisoning. This toxic gas is especially dangerous because it has no odor or taste so you may not know it is there until it is too late. When this gas is inhaled, it replaces oxygen resulting in vital...
by Lou Curley | Sep 29, 2016 | Fire Safety
The Centers for Disease Control states that an average of 400 Americans die each year from carbon monoxide poisoning, and another 4000 are hospitalized. With anything that is dangerous, the best way to be safe is to know as much as you can about it. Having an...
by Lou Curley | Sep 28, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
In home all across the country, chimneys develop problems due to infrequent cleaning. Some homeowners neglect this task for various reasons, increasing the risk of chimney fires. They can also end up with problems like foul odors, or even carbon monoxide...
