by Kevin Russell | Damper
Your chimney is a complicated system of parts, pressure, and temperatures that work together for a purpose. If any part of the chimney system stops working, the system fails to vent your fire properly. One important part of the chimney system that sustains damage over...
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Maintenance
Carbon monoxide (CO) is often called “the silent killer”, because it is odorless, colorless, and you will not realize you are being exposed to it. In fact, carbon monoxide exposure accounts for 500 deaths per year in the US alone simply because people are unaware...
by Kevin Russell | creosote
An Inefficient Chimney Chimneys become coated in soot and creosote when not cleaned regularly through routine chimney sweeps. A byproduct of a fire made up mostly of tar, creosote on the walls eventually leads to a buildup that slows airflow in the chimney. As the air...
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Maintenance
Many things can go wrong with your chimney system over the year. However, one common annoyance is especially noticeable as winter turns to spring. When you stop using your chimney and fireplace, you may begin to smell foul odors in your home. Consequently,...
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...
