by Jeremy Biswell | dryer vent maintenance
With things like carpools, soccer practices, and other family-related activities monopolizing your time, it should come as no surprise that some things, often through no fault of our own, take a back seat to everything else that’s going on. One thing that’s commonly...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Information
Did you know that chimney swifts cannot be removed once build a nest in your chimney flue? Having a chimney cap installed in your chimney can keep them from building that nest in the first place.
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Maintenance
Fact: water causes more damage to masonry chimneys than fire. At first glance, you’re probably thinking that there is no way it can be possible, but let’s take some time to look at it. Your roof and eaves protect the majority of the brickwork and other materials that...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Information
Many of us admire the beauty and durability of brick in and around our homes. Brick has been traditionally known for its durability; however, while masonry is considered low maintenance, it’s definitely not maintenance-free. Time and the elements can cause them to...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Information
Mark Twain was a fantastic writer; his writings have served as guiding principles for many people through the years. Twain once said, “Never put off till tomorrow what may be done the day after tomorrow.” As a business owner, I must say that I think a lot of people...
by Jeremy Biswell | General Information
The National Chimney Sweep Guild annual convention features great opportunities for learning, fellowship, and making new business connections. On top of that, it offers its attendees a chance to travel to someplace new and take in the sights and sounds. The NCSG 2015...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Information
Think of your house and chimney system as a living, breathing thing. They actually need to breathe to exchange the stale, stagnant air for fresh air. There are many appliances pushing air out of your house—bathroom fans, central vacuums, range hoods, clothes dryers,...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Information
Is air coming into your home through the firebox? Does your house smell of smoke days after you burned a fire in your fireplace? Do you have a hard time either starting a fire or keeping the fire going once you’ve gotten it started? If you can answer yes to any of...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Maintenance
Many people are under the impression that the work we do is seasonal, when, in fact, itís year round. Summer is the best time for chimney inspections and cleanings. You can actually save money having this necessary work done during our slower time of year! In the...
by Jeremy Biswell | Fireplace Options
Pre-fabricated or “manufactured” fireplaces are produced and assembled in a factory before being transported and installed by a professional fireplace installer at a particular job site. These fireplaces have been made since the 1960’s and have become popular over the...