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The early bird gets the worm — Schedule your chimney appointment now!

by Steve Sobczak | Aug 30, 2018 | Chimney Inspection

Fall is just around the corner. As soon as the leaves turn and the temperatures begin to drop, homeowners throughout the northeast will call their chimney sweeps to schedule their annual chimney sweepings and inspections. When it comes to having your chimney swept in...

Your Oil Flue Needs to be Cleaned, too!

by Steve Sobczak | Jan 23, 2017 | Chimney Maintenance

Oil furnaces work hard all winter long, running cycles to keep your home warm and comfortable. As the oil burns to heat your home, it creates soot and other byproducts that build up within your chimney. Your oil flue needs to be cleaned and inspected at least once per...

Total Chimney Care Embraces The CSIA

by Steve Sobczak | Oct 12, 2016 | CSIA

At Total Chimney Care, we believe in taking good care of our customers. To us, that means ensuring that our sweeps are well educated and trained in installing, maintaining and repairing fireplaces, heating stoves and chimneys. The best way to do that, is by embracing...

Benefits of hiring a CSIA-certified sweep

by Steve Sobczak | May 29, 2016 | CSIA Chimney Inspection

Finding a new service professional of any type can be overwhelming. Hiring a chimney sweep can be even more overwhelming because your sweep plays an integral role in detecting chimney damage and preventing chimney fires, keeping your home and your family safe. If you...

Let’s Go — Using Your Outdoor Kitchen Safely

by Steve Sobczak | Jul 9, 2013 | Outdoor Living

Outdoor Kitchens & Entertaining “Outdoor kitchens” can be everything from a ‘simple’ grilling island to… well … an outdoor kitchen, complete with range, oven, fridge, cabinets and countertops. Allowing outdoor entertaining in all seasons, they can even include...