by Brian Reeder | Jul 10, 2019 | Chimney Repairs
When you need repair work, it’s best to pick someone who is an expert in that area. No one intentionally picks someone who does subpar work, so you check out their credentials and ask for recommendations. This should also be true when it comes to any masonry work you...
by Brian Reeder | Jun 27, 2019 | Chimney Liners
You can buy chimney and fireplace accessories that can add to the enjoyment of your fire burning experience. When you add a fireplace screen, this helps protect your hearth from sparks that may float out from your fire and add to the aesthetic of your fireplace. A...
by Brian Reeder | Jun 11, 2019 | Firewood
All winter long you used your fireplace for warmth and comfort. If you cut your own firewood, you know how satisfying it is to be able to head outside and bring in the fruit of your labor and build a fire. Now that summer is here, it’s time to think about replenishing...
by Brian Reeder | May 31, 2019 | Fireplaces
It’s springtime, and that means everything is starting to come alive! All the snow has melted, and the spring rains have washed away all the dirt and grime off the sidewalks and foundations. In your home, you can open up the curtains and let the sunshine in, which...
by Peter Demetriou | May 17, 2019 | Chimney Swift
If you notice a strange noise in your home, the explanation is probably something pretty simple and obvious. If there’s a scratching and peeping noise coming from your chimney, there’s a good chance that some type of animal that has taken up residence there. It could...
by Brian Reeder | Apr 30, 2019 | Chimney Leak
The gentle spring rain sounds so peaceful and feels so cleansing. It makes the trees and grass green and makes the air smell so sweet. There’s nothing bad about a fresh spring rain. Unless you have a leaky chimney, that is. If that’s the case, then that gentle spring...
by Brian Reeder | Apr 15, 2019 | Chimney Inspection
Spring is the perfect time to do a lot of things. Once the snow is gone and the weather is warmer, it’s hard to stop yourself from getting outside and doing those outdoor jobs. Getting the yard back in shape, cleaning out the garage, washing and vacuuming out your...
by Brian Reeder | Mar 28, 2019 | Fireplace Maintenance
Everyone knows that it’s important to keep your wood-burning fireplace inspected and cleaned on an annual basis. This is because one of the by-products of burning wood is smoke, which is actually moisture from the wood that is released during the combustion process....
by Brian Reeder | Mar 14, 2019 | Chimney Repairs
There are times that you just want to make some changes. Maybe it’s a new vehicle to replace the one you’ve had for years, or maybe there’s a room that needs a major redecoration job. If you have a fireplace, you should focus your attention on the chimney. If it’s...
by Peter Demetriou | Feb 25, 2019 | Burning Firewood
People who own homes with fireplaces are well aware of how nice it is to relax and cozy up in front of a crackling fire on a snowy evening. Even the smell is something to enjoy. There are other things that they know as well, things that will help keep the fireplace...
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