Chimney Posts

Looking for Firewood?

September 28th, 2012

2nd Generation Chimneys is proud to announce our recently established relationship with /index.cfm/preset/aboutus”>Firewood.com. This company has been in firewood business for over 30 years, and like the Pixley’s, is family owned and operated. They offer quality burnable wood at an affordable price! Check them out on Facebook as well.

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Reasons To Get a Chimney Inspection Before the Minneapolis Heating Season

September 24th, 2012

The Minneapolis heating season is almost upon us and that means you need to start thinking of some of the basic maintenance tasks needed before you start using your heating equipment. This is especially true for your chimney…

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Minneapolis Chimney Sweep Guide: How To Avoid Chimney Fires

September 10th, 2012

Chimney fires are scary things to think about, but by taking a few precautions, you can help prevent this problem from happening in your Minneapolis home. First, here is a little on what causes chimney fires…

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Chimney Restoration in Minneapolis

September 7th, 2012

Here at 2nd Generation Chimneys, we understand the impact of fire damage on your home. If you have experienced a chimney fire or any other damage to your chimney, the 2nd Generation Chimneys team is ready to take care of you. We have experienced professionals on staff to ensure a proper restoration from start to finish.

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Chimney Cleaning – Not for the faint of hearts

August 31st, 2012

Chimney cleaning is not a job for just anyone. It takes more than just skilled training get a job done right – it also takes a lot of guts! Check out [Chimney Top_truck w rooftop_8.31.12] our tech up on the chimney top at this chimney inspection job.

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Minneapolis Chimney FAQ: Why Do I Need Masonry Repair?

August 14th, 2012

In Minneapolis, chimneys are exposed to extreme weather throughout the year. Over the years, water can get into the masonry if it isn’t sealed with the right materials, and once the water settles into the joints, it can weaken the mortar and deteriorate the bricks.

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Now is the time for Chimney Repairs and Inspection!

August 10th, 2012

With your chimney being out of commission during the hot summer months, now is the best time to get any repairs or inspections taken care of. David Pixley of 2nd Generation Chimneys, Inc. (not to be confused with Jack Pixley Sweeps), has an expert crew ready to serve you. Inspections and repairs are critical to the safety and function of your chimney come those winter months when you need to keep your family warm. Give us a call today!

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Three Levels of Chimney Inspection

August 3rd, 2012

Here at 2nd Generation Chimneys Inc., we know the importance of maintaining and inspecting your chimney to ensure proper function and safety.

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New Home Chimney Cleaning and Inspection in Minneapolis

July 30th, 2012

It is essential to have a chimney inspection and chimney cleaning performed when you purchase a new home. You can never know exactly how the chimney and fireplace were maintained by the previous owner, and as such ensuring it is properly ventilated with a correctly functioning liner…

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