Got Critters in Your Chimney? Consider a Chimney Cap!
July 22nd, 2019Installing a chimney cap is a great way to keep those little pests outside.
Chimney Cap Installation Posts
3 Reasons to Get a Chimney Cap
April 2nd, 2018Consider the following benefits of keeping a chimney cap in place, and be sure to let us know if you have any questions or you wish to schedule an installation.
4 Reasons for a Chimney Leak
April 17th, 2017There are several reasons you may notice water leaking into the home from the chimney, either towards the top, through the fireplace, or in the walls. Learn more in today’s guide.
Prepare Your Chimney for Snow and Winter Ice
November 14th, 2016In the wintertime, you may assume you can light the fireplace without any repercussions. But when you live in an area where snow and ice play a prominent role in the winter’s climate, you need to take some extra precautions.
Summer Is the Perfect Time to Install a Chimney Cap
August 8th, 2016Summer is a great time to do work on your house, and a chimney cap is an important, relatively inexpensive installation. If you don’t already have a solid chimney cap in place, then we strongly recommend calling in professional chimney technicians this summer.
Keeping Animals Out of the Chimney in the Summer
August 17th, 2015Here at 2nd Generation Chimneys, Inc., we love animals. That’s why we think they belong out in nature, where they can roam free, and not in the confines of your home.
What Is a Chimney Cap?
May 25th, 2015One of the most important features of your chimney is the chimney cap, also known as the chimney crown. Some older chimneys do not have a chimney cap in place, and if yours is one of these chimneys, you need to seek installation ASAP.
What Problems Can a Chimney Cap Prevent?
August 26th, 2014We may still be enjoying summer, but fall is right around the corner, and with it comes a new season of heating with your fireplace. Your chimney is the outlet for your fireplace’s smoke and burning embers, so keeping it clear and safe is a priority.
Benefits of Installing a Chimney Cap
March 7th, 2014An improvement to your chimney that you should consider having installed (if you don’t have one already) is a chimney cap. These covers on the top of your chimney won’t impede smoke exhaust, provided you have regular cleaning done, and can prevent some serious troubles that might lead to damage to your home or make it necessary to have expensive repairs done.
