When winter strikes its ugly head, it’s easy to see what winter is doing to your car, your lawn and even your mood, but have you ever stopped to wonder what the cold is doing to your chimney? Often ignored until it is too late, your chimney endures a lot of exposure...
If you’re aren’t familiar with how to operation a wood burning fireplace it is important to understand all the components of it. Operating a fireplace is not difficult, but like all home heating appliances it can be dangerous if not used correctly. The damper is...
A masonry chimney is comprised of several parts and it is not as simple as you might think it is. And if a chimney professional just informed you that your chimney needs relining, it might seem to be confusing. To fully understand why chimney relining is important,...
With the start of the New Year have come significantly cooler temperatures, so now more than ever, staying warm is a main priority. For some homeowners, keeping a toasty house involves running an oil burning furnace. Just like other heating appliances, an oil fired...
Around this time of year, chimneys see pretty extensive use, especially when the home’s heating relies on a fireplace or wood stove. To help keep everything functioning smoothly and safely, the National Fire Protection Association has mandated annual chimney sweeps...
