by Christina Robinson | Aug 29, 2019 | Damper
An efficient fireplace can save homeowners money while helping the environment. There are a number of ways to help maximize the efficiency of your fireplace: burning seasoned wood, using fireplace accessories such as glass doors, and having the chimney swept at least...
by Christina Robinson | Aug 15, 2019 | Chimney Repairs
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...
by Christina Robinson | Jul 30, 2019 | Chimney Anatomy
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...
by Christina Robinson | Jul 10, 2019 | Animal Chimney Damage
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...
by Christina Robinson | May 15, 2019 | Ash Disposal
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,...