by Kevin Russell | Stoves
When choosing a new fireplace or stove for your home or business there is a variety to choose from. After choosing the fuel that best suits your needs, you can choose the fireplace or appliance that will complete your living space. At New Buck Chimney Services we sell...
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Maintenance
Summer is gone and even in Louisiana fall is in full swing. As the evenings grow cooler you may be interested in using your fireplace to entertain friends or just relax into the night. Although this time is known as the “fall rush” by the industry, you still have time...
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Maintenance
Fall has arrived, and winter is just around the corner. If your chimney has not been swept or inspected this year, now is the perfect time to do it. Taking care of annual chimney maintenance now can ensure your fireplace system is safe and ready to use for the long...
by Kevin Russell | chimney protection
Our recent influx of rain has left many of us with muddy lawns, soggy shoes, and leaky chimneys. If your chimney is leaking, it is important to have it repaired as soon as possible. Water entry can cause serious damage throughout your chimney system, and the longer a...
by Kevin Russell | waterproofing
While winter weather keeps many of us inside, the combination of rain, snow, ice, and freezing temperatures can cause significant damage to your chimney. If left untreated and unrepaired, damage from what is known as the freeze thaw cycle can cause masonry to spall,...
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Maintenance
While summer officially still has a few weeks left, fall is just around the corner. Fall is more than just a season of falling leaves, football, and pumpkins; it is also the busiest time of year for chimney sweeps. This year, beat the fall rush by booking your chimney...
by Kevin Russell | Gas Fireplaces
Log lighters are one of the most common accessories in wood burning fireplaces. These additions allow homeowners to quickly and easily ignite their wood fires, reducing the need for kindling, stoking, and complicated wood stacking. However, log lighters can be damaged...
by Kevin Russell | Negative House Pressure
Fireplace performance can be affected by everything from chimney damage to not using the right kind of firewood. However, many homeowners can become baffled when their fireplace in seemingly good condition suddenly starts burning sluggishly or has trouble staying lit....
by Kevin Russell | Outdoor Fireplace
When it comes to your home, it’s more than just the inside that counts; beautiful outdoor living spaces have become just as important – and popular – as living and family rooms. An outdoor fireplace can completely transform your patio or porch and create...
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Maintenance
Masonry is one of the strongest building materials available; this makes it perfect for structures like chimneys that are constantly exposed to the elements. Unfortunately, the mortar that holds the bricks together may not last as long as the bricks themselves. When...
