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What is a Chimney Cricket?

Over the years, a cricket in the chimney means some amount of luck. Whether this superstition was passed down year-to-year by family, or it came from Charles Dickens himself in his book The Cricket on the Hearth: A Fairy Tale of Home, we don’t know. All we know is...

All the Benefits of a Chimney Cap

Of all the many parts that make up the chimney system, the chimney cap may be one of the most versatile and most important. Acting as a roof for the flue, the cap offers protection from the top down. Many old chimneys were not equipped with chimney caps and past...

Common Causes of a Leaky Chimney

The biggest cause of a leaky chimney is heavy rain. Each spring, we get many calls from homeowners who have found water in and around their chimney. Spring rain tends to highlight the problem. If you are experiencing a chimney leak, then there is like issues with some...

We Use HeatShield for Chimney Relining

Every chimney system is made up of many parts which work together to get the job done. The job? Venting toxic gases and particulate pollution out of the home while keeping high temperatures from damaging the structure. One of the most important parts of the chimney...

We Proudly Serve Shreveport

New Buck Chimney Services is located in Frierson, Louisiana, and we travel to a large area along the border of Louisiana, Texas, and Arkansas. We offer comprehensive chimney services to our friends, neighbors, and customers year-round. Shreveport is the third largest...

Smoke Stain Removal

Now that winter is over, you are probably not using your fireplace, but it’s still a focal point of your home. We get it, you fireplace adds a touch of beauty to your living space and it’s a great heat supplement to lessen your utility costs. In the same way,...

Importance of Certified Inspections

When it comes to safety, we all reach for certified professionals. If your car needs maintenance, you schedule with a licensed mechanic. When you have a health problem or emergency, you go straight to the doctor’s office or emergency room. We don’t often put our...

More About Warrior Horse, and How to Donate

People are our passion at New Buck Chimney Services. Through chimney services, community involvement, and public education and resources, we strive to keep families safe year after year. We also strive to keep others safe through a nonprofit organization spearheaded...

Has Your Chimney Been Damaged by Water?

Some damage can be difficult or impossible to catch when it comes to the chimney. Most of the system is hidden from view–whether inside the chimney or outside the house, we don’t see it. Many homeowners don’t notice water damage until it is visible, and at this...