by Dennis Lamb | Nov 13, 2013 | blog, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweeping, Fireplace Maintenance, Safe Burning
You may have the right stuff, but do you know how to burn the right way? Keep reading to find out what in the world we’re talking about. Keep in mind, of course (for those that need to be told fast-food coffee is hot), that the following information applies only to...
by Dennis Lamb | Sep 16, 2013 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweeping, Fire Safety
Any parent knows that having a child can be a handful, and you are constantly worrying to make sure that they are safe. Many remember Smokey the Bear and his fire safety tips, but how else are parents to explain what to do in case of an emergency? First, you need to...
by Dennis Lamb | Aug 26, 2013 | blog, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweeping, Fireplace Maintenance
Most home-owners who are lucky enough to have a fireplace know the steps to prevent them from causing harm to their families and houses. Most will tell you about how you should only burn seasoned wood, never leave fires unattended, and always keep you chimney...
by Dennis Lamb | Mar 27, 2013 | Chimney Sweeping
Chimney swifts have been protected by federal law since 1918 with the passage of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Interestingly, since they migrate over the Canadian border, they were first covered by a treaty between the United States and Britain. Part of the...
by Dennis Lamb | Feb 20, 2013 | Chimney Sweeping
It is finally time to fire up the chimney for a nice romantic night at home with your significant other. The setting is perfect, except as soon as the fire starts to burn, an awful odor enters the room through the fireplace. In just a few moments, the entire home is...
by Dennis Lamb | Feb 5, 2013 | Chimney Sweeping
Anyone who has recently bought a home has a million things to worry about, especially if a remodel is involved. Chimneys are often overlooked, out of sight and out of mind until the first fire is lit. Then the only real concern is whether or not the chimney is pushing...
