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Chimney Anatomy
Chimneys have an anatomy! Never took that course in school? Well, we did. At CSIA school that is. CSIA is the Certifying Organization for all professional chimney sweeps. We advise always choosing a CSIA Certified... Read more
Chimney Myths and Misconceptions
Besides the urban legend about the jolly old man in the red suit, there are many commonly believed myths surrounding chimneys and fireplaces. Don’t fall for tall tales anymore. Check out the facts! Myth #1:... Read more
Your Chimney and The Wicked Witch of the West
Just like the Wicked Witch of the West… “I’m meeeelting” Water is Your Chimney’s Biggest Enemy too! Spring and Summer is a time when moisture of all kinds will be bombarding your chimney. The freezing... Read more
Some Truly Amazing Chimneys From Around The World
The Most Famous Chimneys of All Time by Dave Lamb – dave@mychimneys.com While chimneys may not be the first structure to come to mind when thinking of the most interesting or unique architecture in the... Read more
About Dave Lamb
Dave Lamb is owner and president of Northeastern Chimney LLC located in West Hartford, CT. Dave Lamb established Northeastern Chimney LLC in 1984 as a fully licensed and insured chimney services company. Dave and all... Read more
Who Needs A Chimney Cap
Is a Chimney Cap Really Necessary? by Dave Lamb – dave@mychimneys.com This is a common question with a very straight forward answer – YES, every chimney needs a cap! An uncapped chimney is a huge... Read more
Chimney Draft Problems
How Your Chimney Really Works by Dave Lamb – dave@mychimneys.com In order to fix a problem, it helps to know a little about how it developed in the first place. There are lots of confusing... Read more
Chimney Fires Can Be Prevented
Don’t Let the Good Fires Bring on a Bad One – by Dave Lamb – dave@mychimneys.com According to the latest statistics available, there are over 25,000 Chimney Fires per year in the US that are... Read more
What is Chirping in My Chimney
Learning About Chimney Swifts by Dave Lamb – dave@mychimneys.com If you’ve heard some cheeping coming from your chimney, you probably have been a victim of a Chimney Swift nesting. And while the noises may have... Read more
Is Burning Wood Environmentally Friendly?
Burning Wood is Carbon Neutral by Dave Lamb – dave@mychimneys.com Contrary to what many may think, burning wood for heat does not add to your individual carbon footprint, as wood gives off the same amount... Read more