by Cliff Slagle | Aug 25, 2015 | Chimneys
Keeping moisture, debris, and animals out of your chimney is the most important thing you can do to extend the life of your fireplace system. Many homeowners, however, worry that their chimney caps are not doing enough to protect their fireplace systems. One of the...
by Cliff Slagle | May 16, 2015 | Chimneys
Despite its simple appearance, your chimney is much more complicated than it might seem. While chimneys may decorate your roofline, they serve a much more important purpose than for mere aesthetics. Because there are a variety of different kinds of chimneys, many...
by Cliff Slagle | Aug 19, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweeps, Chimneys, Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance
Chimney InspectionIts summer and most of you are probably out soaking up the sun, going on vacations, and trying to will away any thought of cold weather. Likely, the last thing on your mind is your chimney and getting it inspected and serviced. Most people start...
by Cliff Slagle | Jul 15, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimneys, Fireplace Maintenance
If your chimney springs a leak (or 10), it will quickly respond by beginning to deteriorate. That is why those of us at Clean Sweeps & Air Duct Cleaners of Michigan recommend doing your best to prevent chimney leaks and responding as soon as possible if you or...
by Cliff Slagle | May 28, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweeps, Chimneys
It is never fun when you have a stink in your home that you cannot get rid of and are having to constantly mask with air fresheners. The worst part is when you are forced to live with the smell, because it has sunk into your home. Chimneys can produce these types of...
by Cliff Slagle | May 19, 2014 | Chimneys, Fire Safety
If you don’t want to experience unfortunate accidents such as a chimney fire or carbon monoxide poisoning, make sure your chimney is in good condition, starting with the liner. Here are some facts about the chimney liner:
