by Cliff Slagle | Mar 13, 2014 | Chimneys, Fireplace Maintenance
Did you know that a chimney sweep’s off-peak season is the best season to schedule non-emergency chimney repair and preventative maintenance? That’s because from October through January, many chimney sweeps—especially in colder climates like ours here in Michigan—are...
by Cliff Slagle | Feb 24, 2014 | Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance, Fireplaces and Stoves
There’s a lot of upkeep inherent in using and maintaining a wood-burning fireplace or stove. You need to make sure and schedule your annual chimney inspection and regular chimney sweeping appointments, chop and dry and/or store wood, build your fires, tend your...
by Cliff Slagle | Feb 12, 2014 | Chimneys, Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance
Your chimney system is comprised of numerous parts, all of which are inspected by a chimney professional during your yearly chimney inspection and sweeping. To prevent major chimney system repairs, it is of paramount importance to make minor repairs as soon as...
by Cliff Slagle | Jan 8, 2014 | Chimneys, Fireplace Maintenance
For those of you who are interested in saving money during the winter months, improving your fireplace’s efficiency is an excellent way because you’ll need to burn less fuel to generate the necessary amount of heat. Your annual chimney inspection and sweeping may or...
by Cliff Slagle | Dec 19, 2013 | Chimneys, Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance, Fireplaces and Stoves, Venting
Help! My Chimney Needs Repairs! Since every chimney is different, every chimney problem is different. And whether your system is smoking, leaking or cracking, the most appropriate response to a chimney issue is a thorough inspection, not only to get a close look at...
by Cliff Slagle | Nov 22, 2013 | Chimney Sweeps, Chimneys, Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance
Only the Best: Certified CSIA Chimney Sweeps As a homeowner, you have to make sure that safety and security is prioritized in your homes. You want to assure those living with you that the house is safe from any harm and away from any kind of fatality. It is obvious...
