by Jake Loeffler | May 17, 2019 | Gas Appliances
Every fireplace and fire appliance will need routine maintenance in order to stay safe and efficient season after season. Many homeowners may think that only wood-burning fires warrant maintenance, but all fires will need it at least annually. Gas appliances are the... by Jake Loeffler | Apr 12, 2019 | Chimney Leaks
Of all the times of year that you might notice a chimney leak, spring is the most common. The chimney might leak during other times of the year, but the high amounts of water that fall during the spring months make leaks easily detectable to homeowners. Ordinarily,... by Jake Loeffler | Jan 23, 2018 | Fire Safety
You don’t have to be a fireplace and chimney expert to have and enjoy a fireplace. After a long summer and a mild fall, you may not be used to using your fireplace on a regular basis. It’s important to practice fire safety year-round, but especially in winter. There... by Jake Loeffler | Dec 26, 2017 | Chimney Maintenance
Now is the season when homeowners are using their fireplace more than ever but may be paying attention to it less than before. When the weather is cold, we spend less time outdoors, and may not look at the exterior portion of the chimney all season long! Winter is the... by Jake Loeffler | Sep 13, 2017 | CSIA Certification
Regardless of what needs attention, you should hire a professional. The care you take in researching and choosing a physician for your family or new car for your commute is how much care and attention you should take when choosing a chimney sweep. Your chimney keeps...