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 | Jun 7, 2017 | Animal Safety
Your chimney system has a specific purpose. It is to safely and efficiently vent your home’s fire heat. How well your chimney system works depends a lot on how well it’s properly maintained. Your chimney, when constructed, should be equipped with a... 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 | Jun 27, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance
To ensure your fireplace will be ready to use on the first cool day of fall, The Mad Hatter recommends that you schedule your annual chimney sweeping and inspection appointment in the summer. You will have a much easier time scheduling these maintenance services on a... 
by Dennis Lamb | Apr 15, 2015 | Chimney Sweeping
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... 