For an expecting mother raccoon, your chimney is the perfect place to give birth and raise her young until they are old enough and have the experience to roam free. Your chimney is an ideal...
Cracked flue tiles in your chimney are not an uncommon occurrence. Flue tiles, the clay liners adhered with mortar to the inside of the chimney, deteriorate over time after being subjected to changes in heat,...
Fireplaces get dirty. There is no way around it. Over time, a fireplace builds up an excessive amount of soot, ash and other debris causing a mess around the firebox. Not only is this an...
Whether your family has a dog, cat or other pet, keeping them safe is a priority. As a responsible pet owner, pet-proofing your home is a must in order to protect these furry family members....
During your last chimney inspection, did your sweep mention a cracked refractory panel? Did you even know you had or what a refractory panel is? Educating yourself about your fireplace is essential to home safety....
Do you have an odd smell and cannot figure out where it’s coming from? Try your chimney. Foul odors permeating from the chimney can linger through the whole house. It is one of the biggest...
Summer is officially here and who doesn’t love to spend as much time outside as possible? Instead of taking a vacation, why not create your own private oasis in your backyard? One way to do this...
One of the scariest things you can hear is there is mold in your home! Everyone knows about mold growing inside the walls or under your floor, but did you know one of the most...
Your home is missing something special, the fireplace you’ve always wanted, and have recently decided you’d like to install one. Except you cannot decide between a traditional fireplace or a wood-burning stove. There are benefits...
