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...
by Cliff Slagle | Sep 30, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance
Chimney chase covers are often overlooked when homeowners consider their fireplace maintenance. This is because, for the most part, chimney chase covers are only used with factory-built chimneys rather than masonry chimneys. Unlike a chimney cap, chimney chase covers...
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 | Jun 17, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Fireplace Maintenance
Notice how the bricks on the walls of your chimney deteriorate over time? This is normal and yes, it is bound to happen at some point. Your chimney masonry, after having been exposed to different and even severe weather conditions and temperature extremes for a long...
