by Renee Brigman | Apr 15, 2015 | Chimney Maintenance
A chimney swift may sound like a nickname for your local chimney sweeper but the chimney swift is actually a bird indigenous to Canada and other parts of North America. During the warmer months, chimney swifts will migrate to warmer parts of the US, including South...
by Renee Brigman | Mar 30, 2015 | Chimney Inspection, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweep
Winter is releasing its grip and spring is starting to roll into many parts of the US. Many homeowners are relieved to have the harsh winter weather behind them and are looking forward to tackling some spring-cleaning projects that may have accumulated during the...
by Renee Brigman | Oct 31, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance
Fall is nearly halfway over already, and the days are getting shorter and colder. With the recent start of November, the steady marathon of holidays is also about to begin. For this reason, homeowners have started thinking ahead to prepare for the holidays. Those who...
by Renee Brigman | Oct 16, 2014 | Chimney Inspection, Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety, Prevention
The crisp autumn weather is starting to settle in. Chilly winds have vividly colored leaves falling to the ground, and most people no longer leave the house without at least a light jacket. Many homeowners are starting to look ahead to heating their homes in the...
by Renee Brigman | Sep 16, 2014 | Chimney Inspection, Chimney Maintenance
Fireplaces and chimneys stand strong against the heat of fire and the chill of winter, so many homeowners naturally assume these structures are indestructible. While they can withstand a lot of wear and tear compared to other parts of the house, fireplaces and...
by Renee Brigman | Aug 16, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Fireplace maintenance
Now that it’s summer and you’re enjoying the exterior living space of your home, it may be difficult to think of the winter months ahead. But did you know that the summer months are the best time to schedule home winterizations, including your annual...
