by Christina Robinson | Jul 7, 2017 | Chimney Maintenance
While the summer season brings warmer temperatures and longer days, it also brings summer storms. Ranging in intensity from mild to severe, summer weather can affect a number of things outside your home – including the chimney. The rains, high winds, lightning, hail,...
by Christina Robinson | Feb 29, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance
Whether it’s water in the firebox, a moldy smell when you open the damper, or water damage to walls and ceilings, a leaky chimney can show itself in many different ways. No matter what symptoms are showing, it is important to identify and fix the source of the chimney...
by Christina Robinson | Jan 29, 2016 | Certified Sweep, Chimney Sweeping
As the New Year starts, most of us try to make resolutions to help improve our lives. One resolution you can easily keep is to have your chimney swept at the beginning of each New Year! The start of the New Year is a great time to have your chimney swept. Not only...
by Christina Robinson | Dec 30, 2015 | Chimney Inspection
When it comes to their chimneys, many homeowners have an “out of sight, out of mind” approach. Unfortunately, this can lead to the development of potentially hazardous chimney conditions. Because much of the flue is inaccessible, it is nearly impossible to tell with...
by Christina Robinson | Dec 17, 2015 | Animal Safety
With chilly temperatures outside, many of us are happy to spend our holiday season surrounded by family and friends sitting in front of a crackling fire. However, chimneys and fires can also be inviting to two very unwanted guests – wild animals and pets. Keeping...