by Nick Wagner | Oct 30, 2014 | Safety
Carbon monoxide leaks pose serious dangers to you and your loved ones’ health, and these dangers include death. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission claims over 200 Americans die each year from carbon monoxide poisoning from malfunctioning heating appliances...
by Nick Wagner | Oct 16, 2014 | Dryer Vent Maintenance, Energy Efficiency, fire safety
Unfortunately, few homeowners even realize what a fire hazard the clothes dryer can be. One of the main reasons for fires caused by this appliance is the dryer vent. Just because you clean off the lint filter before or after you dry each load does not mean your...
by Nick Wagner | Sep 28, 2014 | chimney maintenance
Setting the standard for the chimney industry, the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) was founded in 1983 as an educational, non-profit organization dedicated to the safety of chimney, fireplace, and venting systems. This organization commits itself to...
by Nick Wagner | Sep 10, 2014 | Firewood
Winter is quickly approaching, and before you know it, you will be sitting in front of your fireplace enjoying a warm, beautiful fire. However, using the right firewood can make a huge difference on the efficiency of your fireplace. We at Aelite Chimney Specialties...
by Nick Wagner | Aug 30, 2014 | chimney maintenance, Chimney Masonry
Trying to schedule an appointment for your annual chimney sweeping and inspection in the fall can be quite difficult as everyone is thinking about getting his chimney ready for the cold winter months. Contacting a CSIA-certified company like Aelite Chimney Specialties...