by Lou Curley | May 30, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
No chimney system lasts forever, but in older homes they are sometimes prone to a few more problems. Steel throat types or cast iron dampers can be found in many older homes. This component seals the fireplace when you are not using it, but a lot of heat...
by Lou Curley | May 30, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
The role of a chimney sweep is very important to the health and wellbeing of your chimney, fireplace, wood stove, and your dryer vent. You may find it difficult to believe or a scary thought to hear than anyone can stick a sign on the truck or office door and...
by Lou Curley | May 30, 2016 | Chimney Cleaning
The saying out of sight, out of mind is never truer than it is in regards to the chimney liner. How often do you look at your chimney and think about what’s going on behind the brick or rock facade? People rarely think about the interior of the chimney and...
by Lou Curley | May 30, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
The chimney has always been a symbol of warmth, of family, and of holiday cheer. There are, however, several interesting stories about the chimney that are rarely told. We decided to keep today’s blog post light and easy to read – packed with humor in one form...
by Lou Curley | May 30, 2016 | Chimney Cleaning
Many people may think that wood is wood when it comes to what they can burn in their fireplace or wood burning stove. This is not true, because depending on the tree, the wood is different. The most important thing that homeowners need to know about what type...
by Lou Curley | May 30, 2016 | Fire Safety
Fire safety should be a top priority in every home, especially if there is a fireplace. Children need to be taught about the dangers of fire and what they should and should not do when they are near a fire. If there are pets in the house, they need to be...
by Lou Curley | May 30, 2016 | Fire Safety
Dryer vents can cause be a source of fires if they are not cleaned and maintained. Many people may clean the lint filter, but pay little or no attention to the vent itself. However, vent also needs to be cleaned so that the dryer will work properly. Thankfully...
by Lou Curley | May 28, 2016 | Fire Safety
Having a fireplace in your home adds hominess, warmth, and luxury to your space. Properly and safely maintaining your fireplace will prevent costly repairs, extend the life of your fireplace, and allow you to enjoy it without worries. As homeowners, we should...
by Lou Curley | May 28, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
All fireplaces are not the same. What is ideal for one home is not the best fit for another. You need to have an understanding of what is available before deciding on which type of fireplace is best for your home. Your taste, the decor of your home and your budget...
by Lou Curley | May 28, 2016 | Chimney Cleaning
The ability to use the fireplace or wood stove to supplement the heating during the winter, substitute during a power outage, or enjoy a relaxing or romantic evening is something many homeowners enjoy. But how did they get to that point? How do you choose...
