by Chuck Hall | Sep 23, 2022 | chimney maintenance
As the leaves start to change color and the weather begins to cool down, many homeowners start preparing to light their fireplaces for the first time. After all, who doesn’t like curling up in front of a cozy fire with a good book or movie on a cold day? But...
by Chuck Hall | Oct 31, 2019 | chimney maintenance
Did a busy fall leave you forgetting about or neglecting your annual chimney and fireplace maintenance? Many assume that if they forgot to get repairs or reconstruction work done early, then they’re out of luck when it comes to running their fireplace in the winter...
by Chuck Hall | Oct 29, 2016 | chimney maintenance
Chimneys and fireplaces are complex devices that require regular maintenance on the part of the homeowner. The various parts of a chimney all help it function efficiently, but these parts all need to be present and in good condition in order for this to occur. One...
by Chuck Hall | Apr 22, 2016 | chimney maintenance
With the arrival of spring and warmer weather, the last thing you are probably thinking about is your chimney and fireplace system. However, after working hard all winter to keep you warm, your chimney is filled with creosote and soot, which can cause unpleasant odors...
by Chuck Hall | Mar 11, 2016 | Chimney Inspections, chimney maintenance, Chimney Sweeping, fire safety
You may already be seeing the first signs of spring and are looking forward to warmer weather. Spring is a great time to schedule your annual chimney sweeping and inspection to clean out all of the soot and creosote that have built up over the winter and to look for...
by Chuck Hall | Sep 8, 2015 | chimney maintenance
Often known as “the silent killer,” carbon monoxide can leak into your home without you even knowing it. Since this toxic gas is invisible and odorless, there is no way of knowing you are breathing in carbon monoxide unless you have a detector alarm installed in your...
