by Cliff Slagle | Mar 24, 2016 | Chimney Inspection, Chimney Maintenance
The best way to keep your fireplace burning safely and efficiently is by having regular maintenance performed. Chimney inspections are one way to keep your fireplace system in good condition; inspections are a useful tool in identifying the causes of ongoing chimney...
by Cliff Slagle | Mar 7, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair
When it comes to keeping your chimney in good condition, few parts are as important as the rain cap. While rain caps are known by many names – including chimney cap, chimney cover, animal guard, or spark arrestor – their purpose is the same: protect the...
by Cliff Slagle | Feb 22, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimneys
When it comes to keeping your chimney in good condition, there are a number of parts and pieces that are all needed to work together. One such piece is the storm collar; while you may not recognize the name, storm collars are instrumental in preventing chimney leaks...
by Cliff Slagle | Oct 13, 2015 | Chimney Maintenance
The hearth and fireplace are often the focal points of our homes. Throughout the year, family and friends gather together around a roaring fire in order to spend time together and create memories that will last a lifetime. However, these special times can be cut short...
by Cliff Slagle | Jun 23, 2015 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweeps
The process of buying or selling a home can be stressful. Between finding a real estate agent, going to showings, hosting open houses, packing, keeping the house clean, and working with banks and lenders, most homeowners often find themselves overwhelmed with the...
by Cliff Slagle | May 27, 2015 | Chimney Maintenance, Fireplace Maintenance
With summer just a few short weeks away, most families are done using their fireplaces until the fall. Because of this, now is the perfect time to close up your chimney and fireplace for the season! Rather than simply no longer using your fireplace, there are four...