Punxsutawney Phil declared this past February, that we’ll all have an early spring. For folks here in northern Louisiana, spring means warmer weather and the return of lots of cute furry critters. However, If your chimney system is damaged or exposed to the elements,...
Installing a grate at the top of your chimney may seem like the next best thing when comparing the cost of a simple metal grate with a standard chimney cap. Making this concession is not only a dangerous mistake but a costly one as well. Protecting the Chimney From...
Approximately 11.6 million homes in America use wood as a heat source. This means that there are 11.6 million chimneys in our 50 states. Of all the chimneys in the U.S., there are likely some that are 100+ years old, some brand new, some constructed of stove pipe,...
This winter there is a lot that can go wrong with even the best-made, most well-maintained chimneys. You might have your chimney system cleaned regularly and inspected before the burn season, but some unforeseen circumstances may put your chimney at risk. Winter is...
The thermostat may be switched from “cool” to “heat” and the walkways are a little cooler than usual now that the weather has changed. You may be cranking up the central heating system, or you may decide to keep costs down by keeping a low temperature and using your...
