by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Inspection
Are you planning to make a move this summer? Whether you’re buying a home or selling your existing home, you should have your fireplace and chimney inspected by a certified chimney professional. Doesn’t my home inspection include a chimney inspection? Most home buyers...
by Jeremy Biswell | pest removal
Your chimney provides an inviting environment for a variety of animals — from bats to raccoons — looking for a warm, sheltered place. One species of birds are particularly drawn to chimneys. They can be an especially big nuisance for homeowners: Chimney swifts. About...
by Jeremy Biswell | Leaky Chimney
Chimney leaks are especially common in spring. When chimneys have been worn down by winter’s harsh conditions, they are suddenly hit with a deluge of wet weather. If you notice that your chimney is taking on water this spring, the likely culprit is the chimney crown...
by Jeremy Biswell | Leaky Chimney
April showers can bring some unexpected water into your home, through your chimney! The chimney is a common entry point for water into your home. There are several ways your chimney, or its supporting features, can fail and let water into your home. Often, the signs...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Maintenance, Uncategorized
As the spring brings warmer temperatures, melting snow and drier weather, it also delivers the best time of year to schedule your chimney repairs! Winter is hard on your chimney, and come spring, your chimney is often worse for the wear and in need of repairs....
by Jeremy Biswell | General Information, Uncategorized
On the surface, chimney sweeping may seem relatively straightforward. Your sweep uses a series of brushes to clear debris away from your flue to help prevent chimney fires and other chimney problems. Then, your sweep inspects the chimney inside and out for potential...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Sweep, Uncategorized
Do you call in your chimney sweep to clean and inspect your chimney and fireplace or heating stove each year? It’s recommended by the Chimney Safety Institute of America to do so. However, there’s one more thing you should have your chimney sweep inspect: Your...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Maintenance
If your home has a chimney, a time likely will come that that chimney needs to be repaired. It can be intimidating to hear that your chimney needs work. In addition, seeing the chimney deteriorating before your eyes. However, it can help to know and be on the lookout...
by Jeremy Biswell | Gas Logs
Have you recently had vent free gas logs installed in your home or are you considering making the purchase? If so, you may have some questions about your new logs, what that smell is and how often they’ll need to be serviced. We’ve broke down the questions we hear...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Maintenance
Chimney caps are one of the most vital components of your chimney. They’re also one of the most forgotten about. If your chimney cap has rusted, become dislodged or is altogether missing, it’s time for a new chimney cap. Why you need a chimney cap Chimney caps perform...
