by Richard Creswell | Feb 27, 2020 | Fireplace Maintenance
When you own a home with a fireplace, you have several important responsibilities to ensure the safety of your family. One of the most essential ones is knowing how to properly maintain your chimney and fireplace system so that it will function efficiently and safely...
by Richard Creswell | Dec 12, 2019 | Fireplace Maintenance
As the holidays are approaching, your to-do list can be much longer than normal, especially when you plan on entertaining your family and friends. You want to do everything you can do to make your home warm and inviting to your guests. If you have children, you know...
by Richard Creswell | Jun 12, 2017 | Fireplace Maintenance
You love your traditional masonry fireplace for the sensory experiences it gives your home. However, you may not be as thrilled with the small amount of heat it provides. Have you noticed that your utility bills have increased each winter? If so, your old fireplace...
by Richard Creswell | Apr 24, 2017 | Fireplace Maintenance
Spring is finally here, which means it is time to clean up your fireplace. One of the tasks in your cleaning routine? Removing all of the ashes from your firebox! Once you have safely scooped up all of the ashes, you may think that your next step is to dump them into...
by Richard Creswell | Apr 5, 2017 | Fireplace Maintenance
The bricks and mortar that are used to construct your firebox are durable and made to last for years. However, they can still suffer damage over time from the direct exposure to extremely high temperatures. Have noticed any cracked or chipped bricks in your firebox?...
by Richard Creswell | Nov 22, 2016 | Fireplace Maintenance
Protecting the chimney from water penetration is one of the most important maintenance responsibilities of a homeowner. Water leaks can cause a lot of expensive and extensive damage to a masonry chimney, which is why the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) has...
