Your fireplace is important. It’s one of the most important systems in your home, not just for supplemental heat, but also for ambiance and comfort. Your fireplace may be the focal point of your home décor. It may be the backdrop of all your family and holiday...
Chimney sweeps tell friends and neighbors all the time: if you wouldn’t trust your favorite seamstress to stitch up your wound, don’t trust the neighborhood handyman to build, repair, or make installations on your chimney system. When it comes to health and safety,...
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...
With spring rounding the corner, it’s time to start thinking about closing out your fireplace for the season properly. Simply closing off your damper is not the proper way to close out your fireplace. There are likely hidden winter damage and missing or damaged...
Many homeowners are surprised by the findings of a chimney inspection. Without the eye and expertise of a trained and experienced professional, some issues may go unnoticed for months or years. Since a large part of the chimney system remains unseen, many homeowners...
Homeowners who have a fireplace might not know there are still professionals out there that sweep and inspect chimneys! These routine services keep chimneys safe, efficient, and long-lasting. CSIA Inspections Explained You only need a chimney inspection every 12...
