by Anastasia Ridgeway | Oct 15, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance
Summer has finally faded away, and fall enthusiastically took its place. The cool winds have begun blowing leaves from the colorful trees, and people are starting to bundle up a bit before heading out for the day. This is the season of raking leaves, carving pumpkins...
by Anastasia Ridgeway | Sep 29, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance
The chimney is one of the most important – and often overlooked – parts of a fireplace system. However, many homeowners naively assume that their chimneys are in good condition until they begin experiencing a major problem. Just like the rest of a fireplace, the...
by Anastasia Ridgeway | Jul 26, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, chimney masonry, chimney masonry restoration, chimney repair, damaged chimney, damaged masonry, Fireplace Maintenance, masonry, masonry repair, masonry restoration
While the antique look is still popular the old and dirty look is not. Unfortunately, your chimney can start to look unpleasant from deterioration over time, but this is something that can be fixed. To learn more about getting your masonry chimney as good as new call...
by Anastasia Ridgeway | Jul 8, 2014 | Blog, Chimney Maintenance
Three Ways Negligence Ruins Your Chimney There are reasons why the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) recommends you have your chimney professionally swept and inspected every year, and three reasons that neglect can ruin your chimney concern you and your...
by Anastasia Ridgeway | Jun 30, 2014 | Blog, Chimney Maintenance
While this stinky smell may not draw bugs and animals like trash and other things, chimney odor can be brutal to your nose. You can spray all the air fresheners you can find and light candles for days, but sometimes nothing will take away the smell. If you sense...
by Anastasia Ridgeway | May 28, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, fire safety
What is sticky, highly flammable, and makes your chimney jet-black? Creosote. This may be an unfamiliar term for many homeowners, but you will soon learn that creosote is merely a more severe form of soot. However, this fancy-sounding substance should not be taken...
