by Jeremy Biswell | Animals in the Chimney
It might not seem like it, but your chimney is an appealing location for animals. Birds, bats and many kinds of critters and pests have been known to find their way into chimneys. During the heat of the summer, chimneys provide a cool, shaded place. In the fall and...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Maintenance
The days are getting shorter, and the kids are soon heading back to school. Fall is right around the corner, and the chilly temperatures will be here before you know it. Is your chimney ready to keep you warm for all the cold days ahead? Now is the perfect time to...
by Jeremy Biswell | dryer vent maintenance
With fall just around the corner, you’re probably starting to think about your annual chimney cleaning and inspection. But did you know there’s one more annual cleaning and inspection you should be thinking about? That’s your annual dryer vent cleaning. At...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Repairs
Are your chimney and fireplace ready for the fall? If not, start thinking about your chimney repairs now! Summer is chimney repair season for many reasons. First and foremost, warm, dry weather is ideal for working outside and for applying masonry materials, which...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Odors
There’s an unfortunate truth about chimneys…sometimes, they stink. Chimney odors become more common in the summer months when moisture in the chimney heats up on hot, humid summer days. While stinky chimneys are a frustrating reality, you don’t have to live with...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Inspection
For many homebuyers, a fireplace is a sought-after amenity that will make any house feel cozier and more inviting. If you’re among the many who will purchase a home with a fireplace this year, there is one thing you should add to your home-buying checklist: A real...
by Jeremy Biswell | Masonry Services
Deteriorating chimney masonry not only affect the look of your home, but they also put the safety of your home at risk. Damaged masonry allow water to seep into your chimney which lead to further damage down the road. Deteriorating chimney is also a hazard for your...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Repairs
Most homeowners take great care of their chimney when it comes to protecting it against damaging soot, dangerous creosote and even potential fires. However, one of the biggest threat to your chimneys is actually water damage. Over time, water leaks in your chimney can...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Information
If you’re looking to add a fireplace to your home, your mind probably turns first to the style you’d like to achieve and the fuel type you prefer. There’s one other fireplace decision you’ll have to make when you begin shopping around: traditional masonry fireplace or...
by Jeremy Biswell | Animals in the Chimney
Birds are a welcome sign of spring. As they hop around the yard and fill the air with their songs, they add to the pleasant ambiance of the season and signal that warmer days are ahead. But birds aren’t always a pleasure in spring: Sometimes they find their ways into...
