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Your chimney isn’t being used during the summer months, so there’s nothing going on with it, right?  Wrong.  Although there are no fires burning to create smoke and heat, various things can be happening with... Read more

You may only operate your chimney for part of the year, but that doesn’t mean it can’t fall prey to trouble at other times.  Here are three things to be aware of during the spring and summer than can adversely... Read more

You’ve used your fireplace and chimney all winter, and they’ve performed well.  Now it’s the off-season, and it’s time for you, the homeowner, to take a close look at your home heating appliance and make sure any needed repairs or maintenance are... Read more

Chimneys are built to last a long time, even with the ravages of outside weather and the intense heat they endure year after year.  But no chimney will last forever – and some chimneys won’t... Read more

While all of our chimney technicians love learning about the newest trends in chimney maintenance and safety, we know that many homeowners are looking for answer to simple questions about their chimney. We’ve made a... Read more

A chimney crown plays an important role in preventing water damage to your home. This concrete slab or metal plate that sits on top of the highest bricks on the chimney stops water from seeping in between the mortar... Read more

Do you use your fireplace as a main heating source for your home, or do you rely on it just for supplemental heating?  In either case, your home’s overall energy efficiency will be determined to a large degree by the efficiency of your... Read more

It’s spring cleaning season and getting a chimney cleaning should be on your list if your home has a fireplace. Tackling chimney stains is one home improvement project that you shouldn’t DIY. If you notice stains on your chimney, it is... Read more

You don’t have to put up with a drafty chimney or settle for a fireplace that doesn’t produce very much heat. If you’d like stop chimney drafts or increase the heat output of your fireplace,... Read more

Unexpected chimney repairs can be expensive if your chimney hasn’t been regularly maintained. Neglected chimneys can dramatically deteriorate to the point where they are unsafe to use and structurally unsound. You can prevent the risk of serious fireplace safety risks and expensive chimney... Read more