by Lou Curley | May 15, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Let’s face it; it’s dark in the chimney. Examining a dark area for something dark is quite tricky. You can perform a chimney inspection on your own, but many homeowners aren’t familiar with the appearance of creosote, the substance that causes...
by Lou Curley | May 15, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
I’ve previously written about this topic, so I hope this doesn’t feel terribly repetitive. I just feel that it needs to be discussed, and often, by someone who cares about the industry. Click here and then click to play the video to see the news spot that...
by Lou Curley | May 15, 2014 | Fire Safety
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), dryers and washing machines were involved in one out of every 22 home structure fires reported to U.S. fire departments from 2006 to 2010. That’s a lot of laundry-related fires per year. The heating...
by Lou Curley | Apr 15, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
You see it everywhere, “inspect your chimney yearly” but no one really dives into the reason behind a yearly inspection. Is it really needed? If so, why? Today I’m going to address those concerns and give you valid reasons to schedule a yearly...
by Lou Curley | Apr 15, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Are you aware that the heat that escapes through your chimney is responsible for about 8% of your heating costs each winter? That’s what my topic is today here on the blog. Eight percent may not sound like a lot of money, but consider the idea of paying that...
by Lou Curley | Apr 15, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Chimneys here in the Philadelphia, PA area suffer through a barrage of elemental damage through each season. Winter brings a lot of snow and ice, spring pelts your chimney with heavy rain and winds, summertime heat is merciless and can cause metal to buckle, and...
by Lou Curley | Apr 15, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Most homeowners strive to take great care of their possessions. A home is a major investment after all; it deserves to be taken care of and properly maintained. Unfortunately, many homeowners don’t realize that their chimney needs more attention than they give...
by Lou Curley | Apr 3, 2014 | Fire Safety
Carbon monoxide (CO), by definition, is a colorless, odorless toxic flammable gas formed by incomplete combustion of carbon. Carbon monoxide is created by the incomplete burning of fuels including coal, wood, charcoal, oil, kerosene, propane, and natural gas. Open...
by Lou Curley | Apr 3, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Your chimney is the perfect hiding spot for a variety of wildlife and domestic animals seeking shelter. Bad weather and predators often send them running for cover or warmth regardless of the potential dangers involved in their escape route. They don’t...
by Lou Curley | Apr 3, 2014 | Fire Safety
Do you ever look at warning tags on things and wonder if they’re put in place as a joke? Don’t use your hair dryer in the shower or while asleep…they seriously have to warn people about these potential dangers? You may be surprised. Today,...
