Water and masonry. Definitely not a match made in heaven! Do you find yourself facing water damage and leaks throughout your fireplace? If so, the time to address these issues is now! Excess moisture can cause a lot of deterioration over time as rot, rust, mold, and...
With thoughts of spring break and spring-cleaning, you know you are one step closer to leaving the frigid cold in the past. This also means that you will have less use out of your fireplace. Now is the time to start with chimney maintenance and repairs so there is...
It is often said that water is a chimney’s number one enemy. This is true for so many reasons, among them that water can damage and weaken your chimney’s brick and mortar, compromise your chimney’s structural integrity, create a fire risk, cause an unpleasant smell,...
Many homeowners cannot imagine that there would ever be a major problem with their fireplace since it is such an integral part of their home. However, just like anything else, the fireplace is susceptible to normal wear and tear. A spring fireplace facelift is the...
Understanding What Goes On Inside Your Chimney Looks can be deceiving. The might seem like it’s in perfect condition and ready to perform its strenuous duties for the upcoming cold winter nights, but is it really fit for the job? Your chimneys can appear in excellent...
How to Know When Your Gutters Need Cleaning Having the gutters cleaned is one of the most important parts of home maintenance for a number of reasons. It may not seem like a terribly big deal but allowing them to become clogged can cause significant damage to several...
