by Lou Curley | Jan 20, 2018 | Chimney Inspection
There are times that chimneys can survive much longer than the buildings that they stand next to. That isn’t surprising if they were constructed properly from masonry and taken care of over the years. However, that isn’t to say that they do not have their...
by Lou Curley | Dec 29, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
A chimney sweep is a professional who has the requisite tools and training to ensure that you can use your chimney without worry each winter. A sweep must be certified, and carry out each inspection in a professional manner. After an inspection, the homeowner will...
by Lou Curley | Dec 29, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
The maintenance of a chimney is not something to be taken lightly. Professionals encourage homeowners to get them cleaned and inspected annually even if they are used only a few times. A clean, well-maintained chimney is also a safe one, so there are good...
by Lou Curley | Dec 27, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
Masonry, while being extremely strong and the choice of siding for many homes, is porous and susceptible to water damage. It needs to be sealed every three to five years to prevent water penetration. You can usually see signs of water damage if you know what to...
by Lou Curley | Dec 27, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
You’ve seen other chimney sweeps doing business throughout town, and they don’t appear to be CSIA certified; so what’s the deal? Is certification really necessary for a chimney sweep? We’ll give you some information about the industry and let you make that...
by Lou Curley | Dec 27, 2017 | Chimney Inspection
The cold weather of winter affects everything. We notice things like aching joints and the fact that it takes longer for our car to start and warm up. But we don’t always notice things like brick and mortar, or asphalt – until they begin to crumble or a...
