September 30- October 6 is National Chimney Safety Week! Chimney sweeps around the US are promoting chimney safety tips, early inspections, planned
What is that Smell Coming from My Fireplace?
As the weather begins to warm, you may notice an unpleasant smell coming from your fireplace. During summer, this can become more unbearable. The
Summer Chimney DIY Decorating
A fireplace is a natural focal point in any room of the house, and though it goes mostly unused for the summer months, it can still add value to your
Spring clean your chimney!
As the weather warms up people begin to think spring cleaning, but one place that is often overlooked is the fireplace and chimney. How fresh can your
Chimney Leak Leads to Fireplace Replacement
We were recently called into a home because a chimney had begun leaking so profusely that the subfloor under the fireplace and in the living area had
What can you burn in your fireplace or wood stove?
Q. What Can I Burn in my Fireplace or Wood Stove? A. Seasoned Wood. Things you should NOT burn in your fireplace or wood stove: Wrapping
Breathe Easy – The Importance of Vent Sweeping
When was the last time you had your dryer vent swept? Lint and debris can build up in your dryer vent, chocking the exhaust airflow and kill the heat
Firewood FAQ
What makes a good firewood? Well... a couple things actually. The University of Illinois boiled down the major components of buying firewood to the
Cap your chimney Swift-ly!
As spring weather returns to the area, so does a certain bird species known as the Chimney Swift. The Chimney Swifts are migrating from their winter