by Mark Stoner | Nov 19, 2015 | Chimney Repair
Making sure your chimney is ready for winter is an important task for homeowners. Winter weather can be tough on masonry chimneys, so you need to ensure your chimney can handle whatever winter may bring. One of the most important components of your chimney system is...
by Mark Stoner | Apr 27, 2015 | Chimney Repair
Chimney Swifts are coming back to North America. Is your chimney prepared? Once they nest in your chimney, you can’t remove them until they leave the nest. They are protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Make sure you have a functioning chimney cap...
by Mark Stoner | Sep 27, 2014 | Chimney Repair
One of the best ways to prevent water penetration of your chimney, a chimney cap is an essential part of your fireplace and chimney system. However, if your chimney cap is cracked, damaged, or does not fit correctly, you may have to deal with rain and snow in your...
by Mark Stoner | Apr 11, 2013 | Chimney Repair
Chimney caps are the part of the chimney sitting atop the bit of flue that can be seen above the chimney top. A chimney cap does for the flue what a crown does for the chase, but also keeps debris and critters out of the chimney. Chimney caps, too, need to be sloped...
by Mark Stoner | Jun 6, 2011 | Chimney Maintenance
We’ve discussed how the best form of fire protection in your home is prevention. Luckily, there are products out there designed to help you avoid expensive and dangerous fires in your home. Investing in these tools will help keep your family safe, and will also keep...
