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Is Your Chimney Sick?
I remember back a few winters ago when my wife and I were going through the inspection process for our first home purchase. I remember that time well mostly because I was leading my Fantasy Football League with my first … Continue reading
The Roof Is On Fire
The last, dead leaf had fallen off of the oak tree just two weeks ago. It was officially winter. No snow, just bitter cold and overcast skies. Fortunately for us, we had kindled a blazing fire to stave off the … Continue reading
Dealing With Your Fireplace During the Summer
A fireplace does many help to any home during the winter. If you do not have one, you will experience extremely cold nights which will make you really uncomfortable. You will have nothing to fight the low temperatures. That is … Continue reading
3 Reasons Why Summer is the Best Time to Clean Your Chimney
One thing most people don’t think about in the summer is getting their chimney cleaned. It just doesn’t seem to be that important among vacation time and keeping the kids busy. However, it is the best time of the year … Continue reading
Chimneys Are NOT Maintenance Free
Aside from giving décor and adding curb appeal to your home, some people love chimneys because they think that they are maintenance-free. The main function of the chimney is to release smoke and gases from the home, and bear a … Continue reading
When to install a Chimney Cap
Chimney caps are the covers that are put on top of chimney flues to protect the chimney. Installing a chimney cap is very important if you have a chimney in your home. Most people do not have chimney caps installed … Continue reading
Replacing a Chimney Liner
The chimney liner is a very important component in the operating system of a fire place but most people seem not to notice. It is designed in such a way that it expels hot flue gases to the environment outside. … Continue reading
Chimneys Gone Wild
Chimneys that are not maintained properly have a tendency to “go wild”. That is, they break apart and become a danger to your home. For instance, if a chimney collapses on your home, you may be dealing with much more … Continue reading
Appointment Tips for Your Chimney Service
Since you are not using your chimney nearly as much during the summer, it is a great time to schedule an appointment to have it serviced. However, there are certain things you want to keep in mind. Due to the … Continue reading
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Tips for Hiring a Chimney Sweep
When you are looking to hire a service professional, it can be a daunting task. Who should you trust? What are the questions you should ask? Here are some tips for those times when you may need to hire a … Continue reading
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