by Chuck Hall | Jul 7, 2016 | Chimney Inspections
With the arrival of warmer weather, the real estate market is heating up. More people shop for new homes in the spring and summer, which is why Winston’s Chimney Service would like to tell you more about the importance of a pre-purchase chimney inspection. All sorts...
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 | Dec 10, 2015 | General Fireplace, General Safety
To enjoy the best fires possible this winter, you should be burning the right type of firewood. Selecting proper firewood not only provides you with longer lasting fires, but it also helps to keep your chimney cleaner and safer. The Chimney Safety Institute of America...
by Chuck Hall | Jun 16, 2014 | chimney maintenance, fire safety
Creosote. It’s no fun to deal with and you need to know the scoop to keep your family safe. It is understandable that you will have questions, and thankfully the Winston’s Chimney Service staff has highly educated professionals for all of your chimney needs. Q: What...
by Chuck Hall | Jun 13, 2014 | chimney cap, chimney maintenance, fire safety, General Safety
Dear Raccoons, You are not allowed inside my chimney anymore. You are much too loud and stinky, and I don’t feel safe lighting a fire with you inside there. Birds, bats, and bugs, that goes for you guys, too. Sincerely, Perturbed Homeowner If you live in or around...
