by Lou Curley | Jan 21, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
Chimney damage may not always be visible, but that doesn’t mean it’s nonexistent. That’s the number one reason to have regular maintenance and inspection. During spring and summer you should take a close look at your chimney, and if you see any of these signs, then be...
by Lou Curley | Jan 20, 2015 | Fire Safety
Many homeowners assume they are safe and sound with a fireplace that isn’t used. Many stop using this piece of a home, but they don’t realize that there are issues at play that need some attention. There are others that burn wood and logs of various types with theirs,...
by Lou Curley | Jan 20, 2015 | Chimney Cleaning
In the winter, a fireplace is a warm escape from the snow and cold on the outside. However, many homeowners don’t give much thought to the condition of the chimney when they snuggle up in front of the fire. Homeowners who neglect regular chimney maintenance are likely...
by Lou Curley | Jan 20, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
At Lou Curley’s, we’re firm believers in regular home maintenance – and the fact that keeping an eye on things on a regular basis is the best preventative maintenance possible. This is also true with your fireplace and chimney. But how do you inspect...
by Lou Curley | Jan 19, 2015 | Fire Safety
When the cold months come, your fireplace will play a big role in keeping your home cozy. This will only be possible if you use the right type of firewood. The type of wood also directly impacts the performance of your fireplace and chimney system. The wood you use...
by Lou Curley | Jan 19, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
During the cold months your fireplace usage will kick into high gear, but in order to safely enjoy your fireplace, you need to get it ready for winter. We’re sure that over the years your family has created happy memories around the toasty fireplace, but there are...
by Lou Curley | Jan 19, 2015 | Fire Safety
While a fireplace is relatively easy to use, this does not mean that you should take it for granted. There are a few mistakes you can make that will cause it to perform less efficiently. A few missteps could also affect your family’s health. Avoid burning the...
by Lou Curley | Jan 19, 2015 | Fire Safety
Delaware County, Pennsylvania and several surrounding areas boast some very old homes that have undergone renovation projects and modernization projects on a pretty regular basis. Some of our area’s most amazing homes may have an underlying danger that many homeowners...
by Lou Curley | Jan 18, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
Winter 2015 hasn’t been too horrible so far, and many homeowners have been using their fireplace or wood burning stove to keep their heat pump from running so often. It’s time to consider a mid-season chimney inspection to make sure things are operating as smoothly as...
by Lou Curley | Jan 18, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
When it comes to making sure your home’s value is never dropping too far off the radar, maintenance becomes a solid element of frustration. You may find that you will have to keep up with a lot of different areas of your home to get moving forward, and if you don’t,...
