by Mark Stoner | Apr 18, 2023 | Chimney Sweeps
When you think of a chimney sweep, it’s possible that you see visions of men with ash-covered faces dancing on rooftops in old London. (Thanks, Mary Poppins.) The truth is, chimney sweeps have been an important part of chimney maintenance for centuries, cleaning...
by Mark Stoner | Mar 27, 2023 | Chimney Leaks
Water is the enemy of brick and mortar and a leaky chimney can turn into danger for your home and for your checkbook. What starts as a seemingly small problem can quickly turn into disaster. Chimney leaks can cause moisture to seep into your home’s interior,...
by Mark Stoner | Feb 23, 2023 | Chimney Scams
A clean, well-operating fireplace and chimney adds warmth and enjoyment to chilly days. But it’s important to keep this home system well maintained by scheduling regular sweepings, being proactive about maintenance, and being diligent about annual inspections…...
by Mark Stoner | Jan 16, 2023 | Burning Wood
If you belong to the community of people who own a wood-burning fireplace, you probably have some established habits – like what and how you burn, where you store logs, and how you care for your system. Let’s revisit those habits and see if you’re using your...
by Mark Stoner | Dec 18, 2022 | Mental Health
You don’t have to look very hard to see the many benefits a fireplace has to offer. Nearly everyone would agree that the warm flickering light from the fire, the crackling sound of wood burning, and the sweet aroma it produces can make a bad day good pretty quickly....
