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Spring is my favorite time of year. It’s not too hot, not too cold and there’s plenty of sunshine. With the flowers in bloom and birds singing in the trees, everything is bright and cheerful. And now that winter is over, it’s the perfect time for an annual spring chimney cleaning. Check for chimney damage and water leaks Spring is the perfect time […] Read more

Have you noticed that the walls in your fireplace are wet or heard the sound of water running down the chimney when it is raining? Have you noticed rust stain on the outside of the chimney or on the metal chimney cover at the top? If you have noticed any of these signs, it is very likely that your chimney chase […] Read more

Homeowners insurance is a tricky game with a great many variables in determining what is considered a valid claim and what isn’t.  A common question some people have is if repairs to a chimney are covered under a typical homeowners policy. If you currently own a home and have a policy on it, the documentation will tell you to what extent chimney repair/replacement is […] Read more

Heating and cooling bills can be expensive! One of the drawbacks of having a fireplace is that it can reduce your home’s energy efficiency, since hot and cool air can escape up the chimney and seep out through the masonry, driving up the cost to keep your home at a comfortable temperature. Thankfully, there are ways to make a house with a fireplace […] Read more

A fireplace is beautiful, and flickering wood fires provide a wonderful ambiance like nothing else. You can further enhance the enjoyment of your fireplace by controlling heat output. Building fires that achieve just what you want may earn you a reputation as a Fireplace Master, which is at least one level above a Boy Scout with a campfire badge. There’s something primitive about fires, […] Read more

Is there white stuff staining the outside of your chimney, or maybe you’ve noticed yellowish, green, or brown stains growing around the chimney masonry? Staining on a chimney is fairly common, and it’s called “efflorescence.” Unfortunately, though it may be rather easy to clean off, efflorescence is a sign of a serious problem caused by moisture. Premature deterioration of a masonry chimney is caused by moisture more […] Read more

Whether you want to update the look of your tired, old fireplace or just want a more efficient heating solution, a fireplace insert is the perfect solution. Think of it as a fireplace within a fireplace. Plus, it’s an easy and affordable way to upgrade any old, cold and drafty fireplace into a stunning energy-efficient heating solution.   Cheaper than remodeling a fireplace […] Read more

Each fall, as temperatures begin to drop, homeowners turn their minds to home-heating bills. In addition, what else they can do to reduce those costs. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to keep the warm air in and the cold air out. Learn how to heat your home more efficiently this winter! Look […] Read more

Inside your chimney stands one of its most crucial components: The chimney liner. The chimney liner does the bulk of the work for the chimney. It contains the heat, flames, and smoke from your fires. This protects the surrounding home structure from damage. A chimney liner prevents carbon monoxide from leaking out of your chimney […] Read more

Fall brings cooler temperatures and ushers in wet weather. Soggy, misty, rainy weather turns to sleet and snow. All of that moisture can wreak havoc on your masonry chimney. That’s why chimney waterproofing is right for you. Water and your chimney Water in its many forms is so damaging to your chimney that the Chimney […] Read more