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So You Wanna Cook a Good Meal in Your Fireplace?
by Patrick Buell | Dec 28, 2021 | Helpful Tips
We, humans, owe a lot to fire. It kills bacteria and closes wounds and provides head in the cold. It’s been used in agriculture via slash and burn, in war ala explosives, and in death to cremate the dearly departed. It symbolizes war, hate, anger, and destruction while representing love, passion, rebirth, and life. But one thing we humans really owe to fire is cooking. Many of us still use fire to cook despite many alternative forms of heating; barbeque is a favorite among Americans and is often eaten in celebration. If I had to give a reason many don’t barbeque often, it would have to pull out the grill all the time. Campfire cooking is similar though far fewer have tried it. This all leads to the obvious question… Can one cook in their fireplace?Simple, it’s there, easy to access, and it has an exhaust pipe already for the smoke to...
Helping Santa down the Chimney.
by Patrick Buell | Dec 19, 2021 | Animals, Fireplace Safety Tips, Helpful Tips, Uncategorized
What’s in my chimney? Chimney Pest Removal. The many things that could be coming down your chimney and how to deal with them.
Cracked Crown on Your Chimney?
by Patrick Buell | Feb 1, 2021 | Chimney & Fireplace Repairs, Chimney Cap, chimney inspection, Chimney Sweep, Fireplace Safety Tips, Parts of a Chimney
On a chimney, the crown is located across the top of the chimney. It is a solid cover that sits on the highest points of your chimney. Designed to be strong and perform well over a long period of time. Even though, over-time all structures start to fall. There are...
Types of Sealants For Your Chimney
by Patrick Buell | Jan 20, 2021 | Chimney Cap, chimney inspection, Chimney Leaks, Chimney Sweep
From the street, your home is not the only thing that is noticed. People can notice your car, yard, and even your chimney. It may seem ridiculous but it has an impact on the home. Your chimney is subjected to continuously changing climates throughout the year. The...
Tell Signs Of A Replacement or Repair
by Patrick Buell | Jan 10, 2021 | Chimney & Fireplace Repairs, chimney inspection, Chimney Sweep, Fireplace Safety Tips, Helpful Tips
Most think that a chimney is part of your home, in reality, it plays a significant role in ensuring you, your family, and your property's safety. A chimney directs noxious gases, heat, and fumes safely out of the home. That is the main reason why the chimney must...