The chimney cap is small and often overlooked, but it plays a big part in protecting your chimney and helping it to work properly and safely. Many older generations may not see a point in a cap when the amount of water that may fall into the flue is “nothing” and the...
Many homeowners avoid scheduling home maintenance with professionals simply because they aren’t sure what to expect. They aren’t sure how to prepare, and they aren’t sure about letting strangers into their homes. At The Mad Hatter, your concerns are our concerns. We...
You need a chimney sweep because your chimney is one of the biggest systems in your home—it may be the biggest! It works constantly to vent smoke and gases from your fireplace while it’s in use, and while it does, it becomes coated in microscopic particles from your...
You’re likely enjoying your summer right now. After a hard day’s work, you’ve settled down to relax on the couch with your favorite show or movie, but before the opening credits are done you’re attacked with an odor that doesn’t belong. Something is amiss, and after a...
Your chimney system is one of the most important and vulnerable systems in your home. In order for your chimney system to keep working safely and efficiently, it’s important to have inspections annually by a certified professional. Chimney Inspections Chimney...
Did you know there are things you can do today to start saving money right away? It doesn’t involve doing online surveys or clipping coupons. There are adjustments you can make within your own home to start saving now, and The Mad Hatter has all the information and...
Summer is the time when people are not worrying about their fireplace. You don’t have to split firewood or carry ash out of the house. Summer is the time to relax, but it’s also the best time to schedule chimney repairs too. Why do the professionals prefer to complete...
When a chimney professional recommends a change, part, or repair it is for one reason: safety. As chimney professionals, our main goal is safety for the home, family, and community. This means that we strive to bring down instances of residential house fires. The best...
Nowadays, most homes have a clothes dryer unit. Families use them for convenience and to save money. Unfortunately, if you do not properly maintain them, these units can cost more money to operate and repair. It can also put your family and home at risk for dangers...
You may think you spend more time outdoors in the summer, so it doesn’t really matter if your air ducts are clean or not. You likely spend more time playing and entertaining outside in the summer, but your indoor space is where you recover. With summer upon us, your...
