by Marisa Bell | Apartment Maintenance, Chimney Cap, Chimney Draft, Chimney Repairs, Chimney Sweep, Fireplace Maintenance
We call them “routine” chimney inspections, but the truth is, no two chimney inspections are exactly alike, and none of them are perfectly routine. Each chimney has its own issues and finding them and keeping them from turning into dangerous, expensive problems is a...
by Marisa Bell | Chimney Inspection, Chimney Repairs, Chimney Sweep
Tackling a DIY home project can give you a great sense of accomplishment. Cleaning your chimney might seem like a perfect job to tackle yourself. Removing soot can’t be that hard, right? There is a lot more to an annual chimney cleaning and inspection than removing...
by Marisa Bell | Chimney Sweep, Fireplace Maintenance
Using your wood- or gas-burning fireplace can cut down on heating costs during the cold winter season. But before you burn a log or ignite the pilot light, here are a few things you should do to ensure your fireplace is safe and ready for use. Clean the Firebox Remove...
by Marisa Bell | Gas Fireplace
Gas heating appliances continue to grow in popularity for many good reasons, not the least of which is savings on utility bills for the homeowner. Gas is a clean-burning fuel that is safe and convenient to use. From fireplaces and stoves to furnaces and hot water...
by Marisa Bell | Chimney Cap
You wouldn’t go out in the rain without an umbrella, would you? Okay, maybe you would – but your chimney should never be out in the elements without its own umbrella, better known as a chimney cap. Usually made of copper or steel, chimney caps sit atop the chimney...