by Lou Curley | Oct 19, 2016 | Fire Safety
Did you know that an appliance in your home can pose a risk to your family’s safety? Most people simply cannot imagine living without a dryer, but it can be dangerous without the right kind of maintenance. Doing some research before making this type of purchase...
by Lou Curley | Oct 19, 2016 | Fire Safety
While getting your fireplace and chimney professionally cleaned and maintained annually is important, you should know what you can also do between service visits. Some tips worth knowing and following are discussed below. Check for Blockages If you are...
by Lou Curley | Oct 19, 2016 | Chimney Cleaning
As a homeowner, having to deal with any kind of maintenance or repair service can expose you to scams. Scammers rely on your need to have a clean and safe chimney to get you to hire them. If you have neglected your chimney for a while, you might be in a hurry...
by Lou Curley | Oct 19, 2016 | Chimney Cleaning
Winter is coming fast, and many homeowners are looking forward to cozy days in front of the fire. Fall is the busiest time of year for chimney sweeps, and now is the time to get your fireplace cleaned and ready for the coldest months of the year. Prevent Health...
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...
