chimney cleaning Posts

What Chimney Sweeps Find on the Job May Surprise You

October 2nd, 2017

We’re sure interesting and unusual things happen on a daily basis at nearly every kind of job, but few are as surprising as what happens when a chimney sweep works.

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3 Unexpected Signs of a Chimney Fire

September 25th, 2017

You would definitely notice if there were a fire in your home, right? Not necessarily. Chimney fires can come and go without warning, so get to know some signs!

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The Facts about Animal Removal from Your Chimney

August 21st, 2017

Raccoons, squirrels, and more of those silly bandits can hide out in your chimney, while birds can get stuck inside or nest atop the chimney.

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3 Things That Can Happen to a Chimney in the Spring and Summer

May 15th, 2017

As the weather warms up, you’re probably not going to think much about using your chimney and fireplace. That doesn’t mean your chimney is immune to problems.

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A Chimney Sweep’s FAQ About Chimney Cleaning

May 1st, 2017

It may not be the prime time of year for chimney sweeps, but we still want to make sure you get the information you need to stay safe.

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Plan for Fire Safety in Your Home

December 20th, 2016

We cannot overstate the importance of knowing what to do, and ensuring your family knows what to do, in case of a fire in the home. Planning for fire safety means ensuring you have up-to-date working smoke detectors and fire extinguishers, along with a plan for what to do in an emergency.

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How to Tell Your Chimney Needs Sweeping

December 19th, 2016

We recommend that you get your chimney cleaned about once a year. However, there are certain circumstances in which creosote can build up faster (or slower) than it normally would, meaning you may need to clean at a different frequency.

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Could You Fall Victim to a Chimney Cleaning Scam?

November 28th, 2016

The average homeowner does not know too much about the chimney that vents byproducts away from the fireplace and the home, aside from the basics.

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Cleaning the Chimney Is Not Easy…But It’s So Important

November 21st, 2016

You may have heard before that cleaning out the chimney from time to time is an important part of home maintenance.

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