by wpengine | Jul 14, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Tips, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair
When built correctly, chimneys are meant to be fortresses—standing high and tall above your home, protecting your property and family by safely venting toxic gases created by your fireplace or woodstove. But the truth is that even the best chimneys will eventually...
by wpengine | Jun 18, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Tips, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair
Your chimney system is comprised of numerous parts, all of which are inspected by the chimney professionals at Fire Safe Chimney Sweep during your annual chimney inspection and sweeping. Some of these parts are more prone to leaking than others, and, as such, it is of...
by wpengine | May 7, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Tips, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair, Obstructions in Chimney
Options in Keeping Water Out of Your Chimney “How do you keep water out for good?” This is the most common question for most of us who have chimneys and fireplaces at home, right? Whether it is due to heavy rains or ice melting after winter, water somehow manages to...
by wpengine | Apr 29, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Tips, Chimney Maintenance, Obstructions in Chimney
The Secret to Having a More Efficient Chimney! Over the years, fireplaces and chimneys have become less popular due to the advent of the seemingly convenient alternative for home heating in the form of fossil fuels. Since then the number of homeowners having...
by wpengine | Apr 18, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Tips, Chimney Maintenance, Fire and Chimney Safety
Your flue liner is one of the most critical components of the entire chimney system. According to the CSIA, problems in your chimney’s flue can present serious risks to your home and family, as it is no longer able to perform its primary function: to safely contain...
by wpengine | Mar 14, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Tips, Chimney Maintenance, Fire and Chimney Safety
Take the time to learn some basic information about what your chimney sweep is doing to keep your heating system at maximum proficiency.
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