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Your chimney serves a very important function in ventilating smoke, soot and toxic fumes from your fireplace. And having it inspected annually not only ensures your fireplace is safe for use, but also helps spot minor problems before they grow to become expensive repairs or more importantly, a fire safety hazard. Our chimney technicians cover […] Read more

Chimneys may appear to be solid architectural elements that will stand the test of time, but they are actually highly susceptible to structural damage without regular maintenance. Vulnerability can begin with construction, making it essential to have a chimney built by experienced experts familiar with proper chimney construction. Next, continuous exposure to the elements can […] Read more

Experts on fire safety say regular chimney cleaning is important, but many people have their doubts. If the fireplace looks tidy and the chimney exterior still looks sturdy, maybe it’s hard to imagine anything sinister going on inside the narrow chimney passage. But in reality, ominous substances are commonly found in chimneys; and each can […] Read more

Spring is the perfect time to ensure your chimney is properly swept and cleaned, so it’s ready when colder weather arrives again. It may not be the most exciting way to spend some of your free time in the beautiful spring weather, but it is important, and you will be glad you did. The Convenience […] Read more

A chimney not in use can significantly reduce home energy efficiency. Homeowners interested in cutting energy costs do well to give attention to their chimneys. If a traditional fireplace is not sealed off properly, it can be the reason a significant amount of warmed air from the home escapes through the chimney in winter. An inefficient chimney system can be like leaving a […] Read more

There is a lot more to the outside of your chimney than meets the eye, and it may even have components you aren’t aware of. A chimney that operates properly makes it possible for you to enjoy fires indoors because it transports toxic fumes outdoors. All of the various parts of your chimney exterior contribute to the safe and efficient operation of your fireplace. Maintenance […] Read more

While you’re cozying up to the snap, crackle and pop of a roaring fire, a common by-product is brewing in the firebox. This by-product is wood ash and is the remnants of the wood-burning process. At the end of winter, many homeowners discard most of the ash when getting their fireplace ready for the next cold spell. But rather than discarding wood ash from […] Read more

While fireplaces are cherished amenities providing cozy, warm fires in winter, chimneys are often ignored, though they are constantly exposed to harsh elements. The safe and proper operation of a fireplace depends upon the chimney and flue liner. Water is the biggest threat to chimneys. A homeowner can keep the home safer and chimney repair costs significantly lower by preventing water from causing chimney damage. It […] Read more

If you experienced a grueling winter and/or a rainy spring, just imagine what your chimney has been going through and the chimney damage that may have occurred. Homeowners often think of chimneys as somewhat indestructible architectural features, but chimney masonry is extremely vulnerable to the elements. Water is the biggest enemy, and it can enter […] Read more

If you have been using wood stoves to heat your home, then you know how economical wood-burning can be. In fact, wood is not only a renewable fuel source, it is among the cheapest fuels to heat a residential home, especially during a prolonged winter season. But wood is not necessarily the most efficient source of heating and many homeowners may find much […] Read more