by Lou Curley | Jan 18, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
Being told you need to get major chimney repair might cause many thoughts to go running through your head, including images of dollar signs. However, not all repair jobs are alike, and a small job can help keep your overall chimney maintenance costs down. Bottom line,...
by Lou Curley | Jan 18, 2015 | Fire Safety
It’s easy to lose sight of repairs and maintenance on certain elements of your home’s facade. For instance, a lot of people don’t really think about the masonry that is in place for their chimney, and it can end up with disrepair and cause issues down the line. The...
by Lou Curley | Jan 18, 2015 | Chimney Cleaning
Most people don’t really think about chimney cleaning as a whole. However, it is one of the most important aspects of maintaining your property. You could easily neglect this and end up with serious problems down the line, including a diminished return in the...
by Lou Curley | Dec 19, 2014 | Fire Safety
Just in the United States, more than 15,000 house fires occur every year due to clothes dryers. 92% of those fires are the result of un-cleaned and unmaintained dryer vents. Many people remember to clean the lint trap each time they do a load of laundry, but...
by Lou Curley | Dec 19, 2014 | Fire Safety
Central heating, as the name implies, is a system that provides warmth to an entire structure from a single centrally located point. Most central heating systems consist of a furnace that burns gas, oil, or other fossil fuels, or a boiler, or water heater....
by Lou Curley | Dec 19, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Chimney lining is one of the most important parts of the chimney yet it is often the most overlooked; out of sight, out of mind. It is a good idea to have your chimney inspected on a regular basis. By having a CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep inspect and clean your...
by Lou Curley | Dec 19, 2014 | Fireplace Cleaning
You might not think about waterproofing your chimney until you have a problem or until we check it and find a leak. The position of chimneys makes them susceptible to weather, especially since the masonry material is quite porous. A chimney rain cap can usually...
by Lou Curley | Dec 19, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
One simple reality of owning a home is that housework is never done. If you have a fireplace, keeping it clean will be one more thing on the list of your chores. Sometimes you will have to give us a call so that we can inspect or clean your fireplace and...
by Lou Curley | Dec 18, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Chimneys are made of very durable materials, so they should be fine year after year, right? Newer homeowners are under the mistaken impression that their chimney is a maintenance free feature of their home. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a completely...
by Lou Curley | Dec 18, 2014 | Fireplace Cleaning
Not everyone is interested in buying a home that is in great condition. Some people enjoy the challenge of buying fixer-uppers and getting right to work. No matter what your reasons are for going this route, it can either be a rewarding experience or your worst...
