Helpful Tips for Fireplaces and Chimneys
Anatomy of a Chimney
When figuring out what the problem with your chimney is, you may be wondering, “What are these parts?” Well, you are not alone. Many people who own a fireplace do not know what different parts of their chimney and such are. This is important to know as a homeowner. ...
Chimney Sweeps
Anatomy of a Chimney
When figuring out what the problem with your chimney is, you may be wondering, “What are these parts?” Well, you are not alone. Many people who own a fireplace do not know what different parts of their chimney and such are. This is important to know as a homeowner. ...
What Exactly do we do so Well?
So you are looking to get your chimney swept... What exactly should you expect? A huge mess? A two-hour drag? Something quick and easy that you don't have to pay too much mind? The Visit Likely the sweep will first come to check and prepare the area for sweeping. They...
Chimney Sweeping Logs vs The Professionals
Nobody wishes to pay extra and wait for appointed times to get their chimneys cleaned; as such, people have turned to other solutions that cost less or frees up their schedules for other activities. For lawn mowing, some pay for others to do it for them. For food...
Why Spring is the Perfect Time for a Chimney Sweep
Another burning season has come to an end. As the weather warms up outside, the fireplace is used less and eventually retired until the next chilly autumn night. But before you completely put your fireplace out of your mind, schedule a chimney sweep and inspection....
Does Insurance Cover Chimney Damage?
If you own a home with a chimney, you may be wondering if your insurance covers damage. The answer is a bit complicated: it depends. Every insurance company and policy is different. Sometimes, insurance will cover unexpected damage to your chimney. But, if the damage...
Chimney Inspections
3 Reasons You Should Have Your Chimney Cleaned Twice a Year
Many new homeowners when purchasing their home wonder about maintaining their fireplace. A lot of them do not realize their chimney needs to be cleaned as well as the fireplace. There are many reasons you should have your chimney professionally cleaned twice a year. ...
What Exactly do we do so Well?
So you are looking to get your chimney swept... What exactly should you expect? A huge mess? A two-hour drag? Something quick and easy that you don't have to pay too much mind? The Visit Likely the sweep will first come to check and prepare the area for sweeping. They...
Why You Should Schedule 1 Chimney Sweep a Year.
Everything has an expiration date, a time when it needs to be inspected and either replaced, repaired, or otherwise cleaned up. Chimneys are no different; they wear down over time and need cleaning. The question is, how often should you schedule a chimney sweep? The...
Does Your Flue Liner Need Replaced?
The flue liner is an important part of any chimney system. It protects the chimney and the rest of your home from damaged caused by combustion materials. High heat, soot, and creosote can negatively impact your chimney. Additionally, a flue liner reduces the chances...
Should I Seal My Brick Chimney?
The southern United States receives a lot of rain. From afternoon thunderstorms to hurricanes, Southerners are very used to wet weather. However, many people don't think about the effects that rain can have on their chimneys. Unfortunately, water damage can wreak...
Chimney Repair
What the Best Type of Chimney?
There are many types of chimneys that I have yet to talk about and their differences. Three of which people may typically think of when thinking of fireplace, masonry chimneys, metal chimneys, and prefabricated chimneys. However, stove chimneys are their breed, and...
The Basic Point of Pointing.
Brick and mortar, this is for the folks with masonry chimneys or masonry at all. Pointing, Repointing, and Tuckpointing is a trinity of points essential to know when calling about something wrong with the bricks, specifically with the mortar. Today we will be going...
What Exactly do we do so Well?
So you are looking to get your chimney swept... What exactly should you expect? A huge mess? A two-hour drag? Something quick and easy that you don't have to pay too much mind? The Visit Likely the sweep will first come to check and prepare the area for sweeping. They...
Why You Should Schedule 1 Chimney Sweep a Year.
Everything has an expiration date, a time when it needs to be inspected and either replaced, repaired, or otherwise cleaned up. Chimneys are no different; they wear down over time and need cleaning. The question is, how often should you schedule a chimney sweep? The...
Chimney Sweeping Logs vs The Professionals
Nobody wishes to pay extra and wait for appointed times to get their chimneys cleaned; as such, people have turned to other solutions that cost less or frees up their schedules for other activities. For lawn mowing, some pay for others to do it for them. For food...