St. Paul Posts

We Use SmartScan Technology to Inspect Your Chimney Flue

May 8th, 2017

When a chimney liner is filled with flammable materials, or when the chimney liner is compromised structurally, it puts your home at risk.

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4 Reasons for a Chimney Leak

April 17th, 2017

There 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.

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10 Tips for Fireplace Safety

March 20th, 2017

We’re here to offer some reminders for proper chimney usage and, hopefully, some new information to keep your home safe.

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Keep Heat in Your Home with 4 Fireplace and Chimney Tips

January 23rd, 2017

Did you know that the chimney and fireplace are common places to lose money on your heating bills? Make your home more efficient with these tips.

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Burning the Right Wood in Your Fireplace

January 9th, 2017

Choosing the wrong firewood can result in an inefficient winter—and you may run out of fuel quickly. Alternatively, the wrong firewood may mean the fire does not burn hot enough, or there could even be a serious safety issue.

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Start the New Year Right with a Chimney Inspection

January 2nd, 2017

The new year is a time for a new start. If you missed out on chimney maintenance in the beginning of the winter, it’s not too late! We want every homeowner to have the opportunity to ensure that their chimneys are in tip-top shape, so that they can prevent potential home fires, water damage, and other issues.

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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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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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Chimney Creosote: The Scariest Halloween Intruder

October 25th, 2016

Halloween is all about things that go bump in the night. But at the end of the day, we know it’s all just pretend. Some of the scariest things that can actually get into your home, however, may already be there.

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