by Lou Curley | Aug 5, 2013 | Uncategorized
The NFL preseason started last night. Football season takes place at the same time of year as the heating/burning season. When you get your chimney serviced during the preseason, you can take care of any maintenance issues or repairs and be ready for the start of the...
by Lou Curley | Jul 29, 2013 | Uncategorized
Clothes dryer vents need to be maintained just like anything else. The Chimney Safety Institute of America, in addition to certifying chimney sweeps, has a certification program for dryer exhaust technicians. To obtain this credential, the technician must pass a test...
by Lou Curley | Jul 22, 2013 | Uncategorized
Here’s a list of 5 important things to consider when choosing a chimney inspector: What certifications does the inspector have? The F.I.R.E. Certified Chimney and Fireplace Inspector Certification is the only chimney inspection certification in the industry....
by Lou Curley | Jul 15, 2013 | Uncategorized
It’s hot out there and the last thing on most people’s mind is their fireplaces and chimneys. Why not use that to your advantage and get some off-season pricing? You can also take advantage of the flexibility of off-peak scheduling (no waiting for 2...
by Lou Curley | Jun 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
It’s very common that the chimney that vents your gas or oil furnace, boiler, or water heater will need to be relined. The exhaust that these appliances produce is corrosive and breaks down the original masonry lining over time. Switching fuels from oil to gas...
by Lou Curley | Jun 24, 2013 | Uncategorized
Are you having water problems near your chimney? Have you had roofing companies out who didn’t fix the problem? Masonry chimneys absorb water like a sponge. Once they have reached their maximum capacity, water will leak into the interior of the home. The picture...
by Lou Curley | Jun 20, 2013 | Uncategorized
Lou Curley’s Chimney provides chimney services Delaware County and the Main Line, PA. Some of the areas served include: Aldan 19018, Ardmore 19003, Aston 19014, Bala Cynwyd 19004, Belmont Hills 19004, Berwyn 19312, Boothwyn 19061, Brookhaven 19015, Broomall...
by Lou Curley | Jun 10, 2013 | Uncategorized
The top 3 reasons to get your chimney swept in the Summer are: Easier Scheduling – This time of year there isn’t the same volume of calls, so scheduling is much more flexible and you don’t have to wait as long for an appointment. Off-Season...
by Lou Curley | Jun 3, 2013 | Uncategorized
When it starts to get hot and humid and the central air comes on, I get calls every year about a “campfire smell” coming from the fireplace. There are several things that could cause this, but some things to definitely do are: Get your chimney swept Make...
by Lou Curley | May 20, 2013 | Uncategorized
When you’re thinking about buying a house, make sure you get the chimney inspected by a certified chimney inspector. Home inspectors only perform a limited inspection when it comes to the chimney, which is often an area that was neglected by the previous...
