by Nick Wagner | Apr 21, 2016 | Dryer Vent Maintenance, fire safety
Did you realize that, according to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), 5,100 clothes dryer fires were reported in 2012 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission? These fires resulted in 10 deaths, 180 injuries, and approximately $80 million in...
by Nick Wagner | Feb 7, 2016 | chimney maintenance
As residents of the Chicago area, we are accustomed to dealing with lots of snow and ice every winter. Knowing how to prepare your chimney from the damaging effects of this cold weather is essential, but if you neglected to take care of some preventive chimney...
by Nick Wagner | Jan 27, 2016 | Ash Disposal
When you burn wood, ashes are a fact of life, and enjoying wood-burning fires does come with a few chores, including removing ashes from the fireplace or stove. For some people, the sensory experiences of wood-burning fires are worth these chores, but, of course,...
by Nick Wagner | Aug 27, 2015 | chimney maintenance
Believe it or not – summer is almost over, and fall will be here before we know it. Fall is such a busy season for our customers with school starting back and vacation time ending. At Aelite Chimney Specialties, we also have a packed calendar every fall as our...
by Nick Wagner | Apr 25, 2015 | chimney maintenance
You may know that the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) recommends that you have your chimney swept and inspected once a year, but do you know that there are three levels of chimney inspections? Depending on your situation and the condition of your fireplace...
