by Lou Curley | Jun 17, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
A lot of people ask me about the chimney sweeping log, and my answer is usually the same: Don’t let an inanimate object take the place of a real chimney inspection and cleaning. This may sound like I’m gunning for your business, or trying to keep my job...
by Lou Curley | Jun 17, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
Pennsylvania winters have become pretty brutal in recent years. The 2014 winter temperatures dropped to well below zero several times. I know we all want to put those thoughts behind us right now as we’re going into a beautiful summer that will doubtlessly have...
by Lou Curley | May 15, 2014 | Chimney Cleaning
When most people think of chimney sweeps, their minds go straight to soot-covered men dancing on rooftops with cheerful tunes in the background. While Dick Van Dyke’s charming performance made chimney sweeping look whimsical, the reality is a bit grittier (and far...
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 | Nov 11, 2013 | Chimney Cleaning
Most stainless steel chimney lining systems on the market come with some sort of a lifetime warranty. A requirement to these warranties is to have the lining swept or inspected annually. When the chimney is relined the performance of the chimney should increase, but...
