Your chimney crown can be an inviting place for animals of all types to live. Make sure you don't let them stay, because they can do lots of damage to your chimney system. Contact us if you have any questions, or would like a chimney inspection.
As soon as the weather gets warmer, The Mad Hatter receives calls from our customers asking us why their chimneys are so stinky. You can blame unpleasant fireplace and chimney odors on heat and humidity. Hot temperatures combined with extra moisture in the air can...
At The Mad Hatter, we realize that many people have no idea that they should have their clothes dryer venting system professionally cleaned every year. Unfortunately, not knowing about this maintenance task can be deadly as clothes dryer fires are annually responsible...
If you own a home with a masonry chimney, you most likely have noticed that the weather can have adverse effects on the brick and mortar work. The freezing temperatures of winter lead to the spalling of masonry materials, which can eventually cause the complete...
Chimney swifts get their name because of where they nest - your chimney! It's important to remember that once they nest their, you cannot remove them until they move out. Having a chimney cap installed can keep them out.
One of the most frequent questions we are asked at The Mad Hatter concerns the functions of a chimney cap. One of the most important components of your chimney system to make it function properly and safely, a chimney cap can protect the interior of your chimney from...
Spring is finally here, and that means spring cleaning is on your mind. The arrival of spring is an occasion to rid your home of that dusty winter air, and your fireplace and your chimney should not be left off your spring cleaning list. After using your fireplace all...
If you want your wood-burning fireplace to burn cleaner and more efficiently, using seasoned firewood ranks high in importance. If you are not familiar with what this type of wood is, the term “seasoned” simply means dried. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of...
Our Indianapolis area has seen some rough winter weather this season, and we have already seen the damage left behind. One of the biggest winter-related problems we see is spalling, which occurs when water penetrates a masonry surface, including a brick chimney, and...
Have you noticed loose bricks on the exterior of your chimney? Or maybe you have seen other repair needs to your chimney. To be sure your fireplace and chimney are in tip-top shape, The Mad Hatter suggests you take care of repairing those loose bricks and any other...
