by Virginia Montgomery | Jan 10, 2022 | Chimney & Fireplace Repairs, Chimney Cap, chimney inspection, Chimney Leaks, Chimney Smoke, Chimney Sweep, Parts of a Chimney
When figuring out what the problem with your chimney is, you may be wondering, “What are these parts?” Well, you are not alone. Many people who own a fireplace do not know what different parts of their chimney and such are. This is important to know as a homeowner. ... by Virginia Montgomery | Jan 10, 2022 | Animals, Chimney & Fireplace Repairs, Chimney Cap, chimney inspection, Chimney Leaks, Helpful Tips, Uncategorized
Many new homeowners when purchasing their home wonder about maintaining their fireplace. A lot of them do not realize their chimney needs to be cleaned as well as the fireplace. There are many reasons you should have your chimney professionally cleaned twice a year. ... by Nicholas Hoff | Oct 29, 2021 | Chimney & Fireplace Repairs, Chimney Cap, Parts of a Chimney
There are many types of chimneys that I have yet to talk about and their differences. Three of which people may typically think of when thinking of fireplace, masonry chimneys, metal chimneys, and prefabricated chimneys. However, stove chimneys are their breed, and... by Nicholas Hoff | Aug 13, 2021 | Chimney & Fireplace Repairs, Uncategorized
Brick and mortar, this is for the folks with masonry chimneys or masonry at all. Pointing, Repointing, and Tuckpointing is a trinity of points essential to know when calling about something wrong with the bricks, specifically with the mortar. Today we will be going... by Nicholas Hoff | Jul 26, 2021 | Chimney & Fireplace Repairs, chimney inspection, Chimney Sweep
So you are looking to get your chimney swept… What exactly should you expect? A huge mess? A two-hour drag? Something quick and easy that you don’t have to pay too much mind? The Visit Likely the sweep will first come to check and prepare the area for... by Nicholas Hoff | Jul 25, 2021 | Chimney & Fireplace Repairs, chimney inspection, Helpful Tips, Hurricane Season, Uncategorized
Everything has an expiration date, a time when it needs to be inspected and either replaced, repaired, or otherwise cleaned up. Chimneys are no different; they wear down over time and need cleaning. The question is, how often should you schedule a chimney sweep? The...