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 21, 2016 | chimney maintenance
Here in the Chicago area, we have been seeing and hearing the first signs of spring: the birds chirping, the flowers blooming, the sun shining. To many people, spring is the season for cleaning and maintaining your home. The new signs of rebirth that come with spring...
by Nick Wagner | Mar 1, 2015 | chimney maintenance, Chimney Masonry
We know it may be difficult to believe, but spring is here, and fireplace season will be slowing down. To be sure your chimney is safe after a heavy usage during a long and cold winter, scheduling your annual chimney sweeping and inspection now is essential,...
by Nick Wagner | Jan 6, 2015 | Ash Disposal
If you have a wood-burning appliance, you know that after a fire, you will be left with ashes and ash residue left behind that will need to be correctly removed and stored. If you are unaware of the proper ash removal and storing procedures, you could end up with a...
by Nick Wagner | Dec 30, 2014 | Vent-free Gas Logs
An increasingly popular, economical, and environmentally-friendly way to enjoy a fire, gas logs are available from Aelite Chimney Specialties in two different types: vented and vent-free (also known as ventless or unvented). If you are shopping for gas logs, you may...
