by Cliff Slagle | Nov 27, 2013 | Chimney Sweeps, Chimneys, Venting
Your Chimney And Improving Air Quality When we talk about chimney and heating appliance safety, we all tend to focus mostly on fire — we can all easily see the danger that comes with improper handling of fire, and the damage that can result. But the truth is, we...
by Cliff Slagle | Jun 5, 2013 | Chimney Sweeps
Many homeowners are unfamiliar with the dangers of creosote, even if they are very familiar with the substance’s odor. Creosote is a combination of chemicals that is left behind in a chimney or fireplace after certain types of wood have been burned. If it is allowed...
by Cliff Slagle | Apr 25, 2013 | Chimneys
Problems with chimneys only worsen with time, so the sooner you can correct them, the better. Sprucing up your chimney for spring should come as naturally as giving the whole house a thorough cleaning. That means sweeping the whole house, so do not forget about the...
by Cliff Slagle | Nov 20, 2012 | Fireplace Maintenance
A blazing fire in the fireplace is made possible by selecting and burning the correct type of firewood. Well-seasoned firewood of the highest quality enables a fireplace or wood stove to burn cleaning and efficiently. Firewood that is wet or “green” may create odor,...
