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,...
At Total Chimney Care, we do all we can to help our clients avoid chimney damage, from advising on best burning practices to providing diligent annual maintenance (including chimney inspections and chimney sweeping and cleaning). But the reality is, even with the best...
Why a Functional Firebox is Important When someone buys a home, firebox repair is not something that is generally high on the expected list of home repairs. The fireplace seems, to many people, to be a permanent structure within the house that will never have to...
After wood or coal has burned in a fireplace over a period of time, the family is likely to be exposed to the dangers of creosote. Creosote is a chemical that is left behind on the fireplace and in the chimney after these materials have been burned. It is important...
