by Lou Curley | Nov 19, 2014 | Fireplace Cleaning
A wood burning fireplace is a wonderful addition to your Philadelphia area home for a variety of reasons. They’re still considered a bit of a status symbol because they do require a good bit of money to install and maintain, they add an air of romance to...
by Lou Curley | Nov 19, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
The basic structure of a chimney seems so simple that some people think that very little maintenance is required. On the contrary, it takes a lot of work to keep a chimney functioning as it should. Otherwise, you could be putting your family at risk of inhaling...
by Lou Curley | Nov 19, 2014 | Fire Safety
Hosting your family and friends for Thanksgiving is a big deal! Most circles of family and friends share the responsibility to host within the circle and alternate from year to year. Cooking, entertainment for multiple age groups, and household safety, are...
by Lou Curley | Nov 19, 2014 | Fire Safety
Knowledge is power. I know that came from a popular television show from decades ago, but it’s so very true. Teaching children the important things in life is a very important part of parental responsibility. It’s our responsibility as adults to make sure...
by Lou Curley | Nov 19, 2014 | Fire Safety
Homeowners have so much to remember throughout each month, let alone throughout the year. Yearly maintenance and safety procedures are often scheduled several months, or even a year, in advance. Today I want to discuss some of the yearly maintenance and safety...
by Lou Curley | Nov 18, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
I know I’ve mentioned the importance of a chimney cap several times recently, but here goes again. Today I’m also going to talk about designer chimney caps and how you can really customize them to match or complement your home. Call Lou Curley Chimney Services...
by Lou Curley | Nov 18, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Many homeowners use their fireplace year round. Summertime fireplace use is generally only for romantic purposes, but it does still occur. Most homeowners don’t use their fireplace all summer, and then resume use during the fall. Please remember to have your...
by Lou Curley | Nov 18, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Home buyers are in a unique position. They may choose to hire a home inspector to ensure the structural integrity of a home before they even purchase it. A well-done home inspection will consist of several pages of handwritten notes in an easy to read format....
by Lou Curley | Nov 18, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Over the course of its life, a chimney can develop a number of issues and this is particularly true for older chimneys. The extent of these problems will vary depending on the age of the chimney, how often it is used and how well it is maintained. Nobody...
by Lou Curley | Nov 18, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
When winter hits and the temperature drops, this is the wrong time to find out that there is a problem with your fireplace or chimney. If you are one of the few homeowners who has not committed to annual inspections, don’t hesitate any longer. These checks will help...
