by Dennis Lamb | Jul 10, 2019 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair
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...
by Dennis Lamb | Jul 31, 2018 | Chimney Maintenance
Your chimney is the largest system in your home, and the condition of it affects your entire home. Chimney damage can bring down the efficiency of your system and cause an increase in utility cost. It also increase your fire risk, and can lead to other issues and...
by Dennis Lamb | Dec 18, 2017 | Chimney Maintenance
Your chimney is built to last. When constructed properly, in accordance with residential standards and safety codes, your chimney should outlive your house. If your chimney has gone years without being serviced, inspected, or repaired, then you may have some issues...
by Dennis Lamb | Jun 21, 2017 | Chimney Maintenance
While your fire burned all winter, it released byproducts that rose up and out of your chimney. Remnants of these materials coat the inside of your chimney flue, and result in a buildup if left unchecked. Soot and creosote will always coat the chimney flue when wood...
by Dennis Lamb | May 23, 2017 | Chimney Maintenance
The chimney is built to last a lifetime. Specifically, it’s built to outlast your house. Although your house is built to outlast you, it takes routine maintenance and repairs to do so. Likewise, even a properly-constructed chimney and fireplace will only last...
by Dennis Lamb | May 9, 2017 | Chimney Maintenance
Spring is here! It’s also the time that homeowners and chimney professionals will discover chimney damage that might have gone unnoticed during burn season. It’s important to schedule a chimney inspection at the end of burn season. In addition, address any...