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 30, 2014 | Chimney Cap
When thinking of what a chimney looks like, most people conjure up an image of a tall brick chimney sticking straight up from a roofline. What many fail to consider is what should go on top of that chimney – a chimney cap. Often forgotten about, chimney caps serve a...
by Christina Robinson | Aug 13, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Fireplace Information
When water begins leaking from the ceiling or fireplace, most homeowners are primarily concerned with how it will affect the interior of their home. What many fail to realize, however, is that the same leaks that cause unsightly staining on walls can also do permanent...
by Christina Robinson | Jul 30, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance
Having a fireplace or stove means cozy nights by the fire, snuggled up with a mug or a glass, contentedly watching flames flicker. It also means a little bit of work, though that’s a little less fun to talk about. Keeping up with the necessary maintenance on your...
by Christina Robinson | Jun 10, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance
All masonry will eventually begin to deteriorate, but this is especially true of chimney masonry, which has to withstand an extraordinary amount of weather—positioned as it is at the very top of your roof, where it is in the direct line of fire of sun, wind, rain, and...
