by Lou Curley | Feb 23, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
When we think of mold in the home, we usually visualize basements, bathrooms, and behind walls – the obvious places, right? But did you know that there is also a risk of mold in your chimney? Just like with any other surface, mold will grow in a chimney...
by Lou Curley | Jan 21, 2016 | Fire Safety
Springfield, Drexel Hill, and other surrounding areas are prime targets for chimney sweep scams because we usually see quite a bit of cold weather and snow during the winter months. People ask us how to avoid chimney scams all the time and we try to blog about...
by Lou Curley | Jan 21, 2016 | Chimney Cleaning
The chimney liner, also called the flue, is the usually-round tube or pipe that leads from the top of the fireplace or wood stove through the chimney and allows smoke and gases to escape. It is designed to protect the chimney and the interior of your home from...
by Lou Curley | Jan 21, 2016 | Fire Safety
The term ventless is used to describe a fireplace with which a flue or chimney aren’t required. There is a lot of controversy around whether or not ventless fireplaces are safe because the entire combustion and heat producing process takes place inside the...
by Lou Curley | Jan 21, 2016 | Fire Safety
Clothes dryers are mechanical items, and as such, have moving parts that wear out over time. Sometimes when your dryer stops working properly it’s because these moving parts have been overworked and they need to be replaced. Other reasons for the dryer to stop...
by Lou Curley | Jan 21, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
This winter has been very mild so far. Now that we’re approaching mid-late January and seeing lower temperatures, your chimney is likely seeing a lot more action. It’s so easy and cost efficient to light a fire to knock the chill out of the air and make sure...
by Lou Curley | Jan 19, 2016 | Fire Safety
The fireplace is a potentially dangerous place for our pets. Like us, our pets crave the warmth of a nice crackling fire, or the laptop, or the electric blanket… you get the idea. We often share our own warmth with our pets as we sit and relax in a chair or on...
by Lou Curley | Jan 19, 2016 | Fire Safety
January is coming to an end and February is just around the corner. Valentine’s Day will be here before you know it. We currently have roughly three weeks to plan the perfect light dinner with wine and music on a nice bed of blankets and pillows in front of the...
by Lou Curley | Jan 18, 2016 | Fire Safety
Children are innately curious. They often learn by experiencing the world through their senses. We generally encourage their safe exploration of the world around them. The keyword here is safe. It is our job as parents, caregivers, or homeowners to make sure...
by Lou Curley | Jan 18, 2016 | Chimney Cleaning
We realize it is January, but the mild winter has encouraged many homeowners to slack on their winterization, chimney care, and winter preparation. We wanted to take a few minutes to remind you of the importance of hiring a CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep to...
