by Renee Brigman | Jun 19, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety
One of the leading causes of chimney fires, according to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), creosote build-up is a dangerous fact of life when you have a wood-burning fireplace or stove. Removing creosote deposits from your chimney walls is a big part of...
by Renee Brigman | Apr 23, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety, Fireplace maintenance
Keeping your chimney clean isn’t one of those domestic tasks that screams for attention. However, it is critical to have at least one inspection every year and to have a chimney swept if the inspection shows that it needs to be cleaned. To schedule an appointment for...
by Renee Brigman | Mar 25, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance
Knowing what your chimney sweep does when visiting your home for your annual inspection, helps you make better decisions about your heating system. Here are some common questions and answers.
by Renee Brigman | Jan 17, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety
If you haven’t had your chimney cleaned and inspected in the last 12 months, don’t worry – just schedule right away. Here is some basic information about common problems, levels of inspection, choosing the best sweep and things to keep in mind. This...
by Renee Brigman | Oct 24, 2013 | Chimney Maintenance
What to Expect When Inspecting Chimneys A fireplace and a chimney go perfectly together and are best suited during the cold months. It is where you can share warm hugs, kisses and sing Christmas carols together with your loved ones. But along with this wonderful thing...