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...
by Lou Curley | Nov 17, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Delaware county is a large area with a lot going on every single day. I get that you’re busy and you have a ton of responsibilities to deal with on a daily basis. But don’t put off scheduling your chimney inspection and cleaning until something bad happens; it’s too...
by Lou Curley | Nov 17, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Before buying a house you will receive an inspection report, but it might not be as detailed as you want it to be. The chimney for example might receive only a cursory examination, not enough to tell you what is really going on. Even if you have had the house...
by Lou Curley | Nov 17, 2014 | Fire Safety
I use the word avoid because you can’t prevent creosote buildup, but you can slow it down. First, I’m going to explain what creosote is and how it accumulates within your chimney’s flue. Then I’ll explain how dangerous it is to let creosote linger and build up...
by Lou Curley | Nov 17, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Regular chimney maintenance is one of the most important things you can do to prevent potential problems. You can do some of the maintenance and cleaning yourself, but don’t underestimate the importance of a professional inspection and cleaning at least once...
by Lou Curley | Nov 17, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
I wrote a post last month titled Anatomy of a Chimney – How to Choose the Best Chimney Cap, so today I’d like to dive more deeply into the actual anatomy of your chimney and fireplace, explaining what each area does. I believe that knowledge is power, and by...
by Lou Curley | Oct 22, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Annual servicing of the chimney is an extremely important component of home safety. However, while you may feel tempted to clean your chimney yourself, there are many good reasons to leave this job to the professionals. Let’s go over some of the most important reasons...
by Lou Curley | Oct 22, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Do you have your chimney inspected once per year? Your insurance provider may require it, but some homeowners are under the mistaken assumption that if it isn’t broken, don’t bother with fixing it. Unfortunately, those homeowners are inadvertently putting their home...
by Lou Curley | Oct 22, 2014 | Fire Safety
Cleaning the dryer hose and vent sounds like an easy enough job; and it is. But why do so many people hire someone else to clean it for them? Cleaning the dryer vent is messy business. A seriously messy job! Consider this, for example: you clean the lint filter inside...
by Lou Curley | Oct 22, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Fireplaces are not a new addition to homes. They are, in fact, one of the oldest additions that are still used today in modern homes. They have undergone many different designs over the years, and designers are always looking for more ways to improve the overall...
