by Avery Soderman | Mar 12, 2014 | Cleaning Creosote
If you use a fireplace, unfortunately there is no escape from creosote. Every time wood is burned in the fireplace, creosote builds up on the chimney liner. For this very purpose, it is recommended to have a fireplace and chimney inspected annually—preferably in the...
by Avery Soderman | Mar 4, 2014 | Chimney Liner Replacement
The flue or chimney liner is a clay, ceramic, or metal duct installed inside a chimney to contain the combustion products and then direct them to the outside. When a chimney liner is not functioning properly it leads to inefficient heating and venting as well as...
by Avery Soderman | Jan 13, 2014 | Chimney Sweep Problems
If you are a homeowner with a chimney and/or fireplace, you may not realize when it is time to call a chimney sweep. Like many, you probably think you can save a lot of money by doing it on your own, and this may be true. However, more times than not, homeowners tend...
by Avery Soderman | Aug 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
Lighting a fire in the middle of winter is one of the best ways to warm up. However, there are safety measures that must be taken every year before a fireplace is put to use. A certified chimney sweep should be called to inspect your chimney annually to make sure it...
by Avery Soderman | Jul 29, 2013 | Chimney Safety
The focus of chimney safety is usually surrounded around protecting the home from accidental fires that could occur if homeowners do not properly maintain their chimney and have annual chimney inspections. However, it is just as important for chimneys and fireplaces...