Most homes have chimneys, so owning one is not special, but being able to maintain one is. Metal and brick fireplaces can be considered dangerous when they are not taken care of properly. A chimney system is a direct tunnel to the outside air and your home. What is in...
Even if you only use your fireplace as part of your decor, the chimney still needs a cap. Many homeowners assume that they don’t need to worry about their chimney if they never light up a fire in their hearth. This isn’t true. Leaving your chimney without a cap puts...
No matter where you live, a chimney adds a special touch to any home. Whether you have friends over, or you’re simply spending time with family, your fireplace makes any occasion one to remember. However, with your fireplace comes the big responsibility to...
If you’re placing the last touches on a new home or reviewing your winter guidelines for an older home, your fireplace chimney’s cap must be one of the items to check. Whether you want to recap a previously installed chimney or select a new one for a recent...
Chimneys are built to endure wind, heat, rain, and cold. Nevertheless, the interior part of the fireplace and chimney is composed of numerous delicate components. These are not allowed to be exposed to different elements. Aside from cleaning and maintaining your...
Chimneys are wonderful structures. Unlike fireplaces, they might not add that romantic, aesthetic oomph to a home interior but they do a far more important job. A chimney ensures you and your family’s and your home’s safety. They save you from toxic gases like carbon...
