by Lou Curley | Aug 18, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
Homeowners have a lot to deal with financially. With the financial hardships that can hit, a lot of things are deemed unnecessary and get pushed to the side. For instance, you’ll find that a lot of people put off annual chimney cleaning and inspections....
by Lou Curley | Aug 18, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
It happens all the time, people walk into a home that they want to buy and fall in love. Some fall in love with the open layout, the kitchen, bathrooms, or simply the fireplace. Having a fire to warm you on cold evenings and to highlight the visual design flow...
by Lou Curley | Aug 18, 2015 | Fire Safety
There’s something about having a fireplace that most adults can truly appreciate. For some, having a fireplace means more decoration than functionality. If you have pets that are curious or that like to hide out in the chimney opening, you should consider a few...
by Lou Curley | Aug 17, 2015 | Fire Safety
A fireplace can become a very dangerous place for children. This is not something that you should dismiss or scoff at with the idea that your child understands fireplace safety and will always follow the rules. Obviously, the younger your children are, the more...
by Lou Curley | Aug 17, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
Masonry is a good choice for your home or any structure because it is very strong and long-lasting. You don’t have to worry about it too much unless it hasn’t been inspected or taken care of properly. Masonry, like many other siding and building options, is not...
by Lou Curley | Aug 17, 2015 | Chimney Cleaning
Whether you love them or hate them, there is no denying the undying trendiness of wood burning stoves. Their popularity has risen and fallen over the years, largely due to environmental concerns. Wood burning stoves have been written off many times, yet, there...
by Lou Curley | Aug 17, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
Chimneys are built to last for many years, but their intended function makes them prone to specific types of damage. Additionally, poor maintenance can significantly shorten the life of the chimney. Spalling is a big concern for chimneys and it is a relatively...
by Lou Curley | Aug 17, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
The more you know about the significance of chimney cleaning and maintenance, the longer your chimney will last. More importantly, this is crucial for the safety of your family as well. Chimney fires can start without warning due to creosote buildup. A blocked...
by Lou Curley | Jul 27, 2015 | Fire Safety
You clean the lint trap after every load of laundry, why should you worry with the dryer vent? The lint trap captures all of the lint after all, right? Unfortunately, no it does not. The dryer is actually a potentially dangerous appliance that is responsible...
by Lou Curley | Jul 27, 2015 | Fire Safety
You already know about the dangers of household cleaners and that they need to be stored out of the reach of children and pets. That isn’t the danger I’m talking about today. I’m talking about the fire hazards and carbon monoxide hazard that looms in your...
