Only a small portion of the fireplace and chimney are visible to the naked eye. Because of this, professionals often need special equipment such as closed-circuit cameras to assess the chimney system. One part of your chimney that is difficult to access yet extremely...
A fireplace is more than just a straight stack of bricks and mortar. Few people truly understand all of the parts that make up a chimney system. However, chimneys are surprisingly complex with a variety of components. The following guide can help homeowners understand...
In Tennessee, many of our neighborhoods include beautiful, mature trees. Unfortunately, these trees often harbor one of the most difficult to remove backyard pests – the squirrel. While squirrels are fun to observe in parks, they are a serious nuisance around the...
Wood-burning fireplaces offer a classic aesthetic that many feel cannot be matched by other fuel types. We get it! A genuine, crackling fire is hard to beat, and there is nothing like throwing a few logs in your fireplace and relaxing by the hearth. That being said,...
We rely on our fireplaces and chimneys to burn safely and efficiently year after year. Many homeowners assume little maintenance beyond chimney sweeping is needed for a fireplace because of its sturdiness. Unfortunately, even the most well-built chimney system can...
