by FluesBrothers | Apr 26, 2021 | Cleaning Chimney
The fireplace is often a favorite gathering spot providing warmth and comfort on those cold wintry days and nights. Just like any other area of your home, the chimney needs periodic cleaning to remove creosote, soot, and other debris that can make your family sick....
by FluesBrothers | Apr 23, 2021 | Chimney Inspection, Leaky Chimney
A chimney leak is nothing to take lightly, no matter how “minor” it seems to be. If a chimney has begun to take in water, the problem will only get worse over time rather than better. A leak is defined as any situation in which water from rain or melting snow can get...
by FluesBrothers | Apr 20, 2021 | Chimney Inspection, Cleaning Chimney
A fireplace is typically the focal point of a room. But the mantel that sits above the fireplace can be just as much of a focal point and bring mood, personality and pizazz to the room. If you don’t already have a mantel Some masonry fireplaces are built with mantels...
by FluesBrothers | Apr 3, 2021 | Chimney Inspection, Cleaning Chimney
Chimney cleaning is a commonly misunderstood necessity. As a result, many homeowners make costly mistakes, putting both home and family at risk. Chimney safety is important enough that fire safety experts recommend annual chimney inspections. When you avoid making...
by FluesBrothers | Mar 27, 2021 | Chimney Inspection, Cleaning Chimney
Many homeowners often wonder if chimney cleaning is always necessary. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), a build-up of 1/8″ or more of creosote is dangerous and should be removed. Since it can be difficult to discern how much creosote...
by FluesBrothers | Feb 25, 2021 | Chimney Inspection, Chimney Maintenance
A chimney that receives regular maintenance should give many years of safe and efficient service. But once a chimney passes into “old age,” i.e., 50 or 75 or more years old, certain problems should be expected. Still, with proper repairs and maybe some alterations,...
by FluesBrothers | Feb 13, 2021 | Leaky Chimney
A leaky chimney can be confusing, dangerous and possibly quite expensive to fix if the problem isn’t taken care of in the early stages. When getting estimates to have your chimney leak repaired, consider working with licensed, certified chimney professionals, who...
by FluesBrothers | Feb 10, 2021 | Fireplace, fireplace install, Fireplace Options
If you live in a home that was built without a fireplace, there are many practical reasons to install one in your home. Fireplaces are like individual works of art that not only add character to a living space all year long but provide much-needed warmth and comfort...
by FluesBrothers | Jan 25, 2021 | factory-built fireplace, Fireplace
A full-width chimney cap – a relatively simple and inexpensive chimney component – can literally save your chimney and keep you safe. We’ll show you exactly how this is accomplished, but first, let’s differentiate between chimney caps and flue covers. Chimney cap vs....
by FluesBrothers | Jan 22, 2021 | factory-built fireplace, Fireplace
Your chimney is an essential safety apparatus that vents smoke and exhaust when using the fireplace or heating stove to keep your family warm and comfy. Many chimneys lack a chimney cap, which means they have an open flue exposing the chimney to rain, wind, pests, and...
