How Long Does a Chimney Sweep Take?

As a kid, one of life’s greatest mysteries was how Santa kept his suit so clean after sliding down all of those chimneys on Christmas Eve. What a guy! Out there performing free chimney sweeps for all the good moms and dads… …the average chimney sweep takes...

Summertime Fireplace Checklist

Your fireplace kept you cozy all winter… so don’t neglect it in the summer! The longer, warmer days of summer tend to beckon you out of the house, but giving your fireplace and chimney a little TLC in the warmer months means you’ll be all set and ready to...

Your Fall Chimney Checklist

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...

The Truth Behind Chimney Fires

There is no doubt that a chimney fire does a lot of damage to your system. The extreme heat produced by the fire melts your mortar and triggers cracking all throughout your brickwork. As you can imagine, this makes your fireplace dangerous to use, as gases, smoke, and...

Negative Pressure & Your Chimney

Are you experiencing problems with smoke back-up and improper air flow in your fireplace? Negative house pressure could be to blame. When there is negative pressure in your home, the functionality of your chimney and fireplace is affected. Proper airflow is vital for...