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 | 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 | Chimney Inspection
People often neglect to inspect their chimney regularly for deterioration or damage to the lining (flue), or for structural damages that need to be addressed. Chimney restoration and relining can be very entailed processes depending on several issues. I recommend...
by Lou Curley | Apr 3, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
A fireplace adds a sophisticated beauty to a home. Many homeowners struggle with the decision to use a metal or masonry chimney. The decision is ultimately up to you. Today I’ll go over some pros and cons for each to help you decide. Choosing Your Chimney Style No one...
by Lou Curley | Apr 3, 2014 | Chimney Inspection
Inexperienced chimney sweeps and con men have quite a racket going in our area. I’ve seen a lot of the damage they cause first-hand, and I’m doing what I can to help prevent chimney cleaning scams here in Delaware County and the surrounding area. Here are some tips to...
