A chimney sweep has all the right tools and equipment, and the experience, to be able to help keep your home’s chimney in perfect working order. And if your chimney needs repair, many local chimney sweep companies provide both cleaning and repair services.
While you likely have bigger concerns than your chimney if a tornado actually hits your home, a nearby tornado has the power to cause significant issues you may not realize. Although damage to your roof may become your primary concern because of the water leaks it can cause, it’s always wise to review the ways...
If you have a working brick fireplace, at some point it will be necessary to clean it. Smoke, soot, and dirty hands all leave their mark. Over time, these go beyond charm and character, and demand scrubbing. Several cleaning options are available, most of them effective in and of themselves. If it has been a...
The warmth and character of a stone fireplace is a welcome addition in any home. Whether your fireplace was built into the initial design of your home, or you’ve recently remodeled, you’ll want to know the proper care instructions for stone to ensure long-lasting beauty. Continue reading to learn about both short- and long-term care...
If your fireplace and chimney are in need of a cleaning, you may wonder why you need a fireplace cleaner. While you may be able to clean some of your fireplace by yourself, a professional chimney or fireplace cleaner will be able to do a more complete job. This is because professional chimney sweeps have...
A stainless steel chimney liner will make your chimney perform more safely and efficiently. A liner fits inside the chimney flue to protect the bricks and mortar from the soot and creosote created by fires. Many older homes do not have liners inside their chimneys. Gases created by fires can corrode the chimney’s bricks and...
The bricks and mortar of your chimney take a constant beating. The elements of wind, rain, heat, humidity and freezing temperatures take a huge toll. An inspection is all you need to tell you when your chimney needs masonry repair. Brick chimneys, commonly called masonry chimneys, are very common. Bricks and mortar are the most...
It can be said that firewood warms a person up four times: when it’s cut, when you haul it to your house, when it’s burned, and when you clean out your chimney. Cleaning out your fireplace chimney can be a chore, but it’s a required necessity. Soot and creosote are by-products of burning wood. Each...
Brick chimney repair is usually not an issue on newer homes, but it all depends on how well-built the chimney is and how well it has been maintained. Bricks are the most traditional material used for chimney construction. Brick chimneys are strong and last a long time but they do require periodic inspection and maintenance...
What is a chimney sweep brush? This is a tool that chimney sweeps use to clean the flue, which is the inside of your chimney. You may also decide to keep a chimney brush on hand in case your flue needs a light cleaning in between professional cleanings. What a chimney sweep brush is used...
A chimney damper opens and closes the chimney flue and is used to regulate the amount of air flowing into your fireplace. When a fire is burning, the chimney damper should be open. When the fireplace isn’t in use, the damper should be closed to prevent heating loss from inside your home. Dampers are typically...