Ensure your chimney is ready for the cold weather and the heating season. It’s understandable if you want to save money, but never perform chimney cleaning on your own. Always hire a professional to do this job for you.
Identifying Chimney Discoloration
Unsightly staining and discoloration can ruin an otherwise beautiful chimney. The presence of these stains does not only affect the look of your chimney; it could also be an indication of more serious problems.
When (and How Often) Should You Have Your Chimney Swept?
You might think that fall is the best time for chimney cleaning, but there are some key factors you have to consider as to when (and how often) it should be done. Nevertheless, this important home maintenance task is necessary to prevent it from becoming a hazard when the time comes you have to use […]
Fireplace Maintenance for Fall: A Simple Checklist
Fall is now upon us, which means most of our time will be spent indoors for much-needed warmth. If you have a fireplace at home, this time of the year is perfect for making sure the chimney and flue are working as intended. Today, we share a simple checklist to help you get started with fireplace […]
Signs of a Chimney Fire and What to Do Next
A chimney fire is the combustion of soot or creosote – which are byproducts of burning – on the inner surfaces of chimney tiles, flue liners, stove pipes and others. Most chimney fires start inside the flue, which is a clay, ceramic or metal conduit that is designed to contain combustion products, send them to […]
