by Nick Wagner | Apr 28, 2017 | Water Damage
Have you noticed noticed peeling wallpaper or water stains on the walls or ceiling? If so, you most likely have a leaky chimney. Signs of a chimney leak also include: standing water in the firebox, a musty odor, and damaged or missing bricks and mortar joints on the...
by Nick Wagner | Apr 13, 2017 | Creosote
Has it been a while since your chimney has been professionally swept? If so, you could likely have a dangerous fire hazard in your home! One of the main reasons why national fire safety organizations like the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and the National...
by Nick Wagner | Mar 30, 2017 | chimney maintenance
Spring has finally arrived to bring us warmer weather. Since you will not be using your fireplace again for several months, now is the best time to take care of your chimney. Take a good look at your chimney’s exterior to see if it has suffered from any cold weather...
by Nick Wagner | Mar 14, 2017 | Chimney Liner
According to the experts in the chimney industry at the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), one of the most important components of your fireplace and chimney system is the chimney liner. In fact, modern building codes require that every chimney be lined. Most...
by Nick Wagner | Feb 28, 2017 | Fireplace Inserts
You love your traditional wood-burning masonry fireplace. This is because it provides a cozy atmosphere in your home. However, you have been disappointed in its low heating efficiency. Each winter, your heating costs have been increasing. Why? Because you have to turn...