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August 3, 2022

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Should You Clean Your Chimney on Your Own?

If your chimney could use a good cleaning, you might think that doing it yourself is a cost-effective solution. Inspecting your chimney may be doable, such as checking to see if the chimney damper is open, but cleaning it is best left to a professional. Remember, your chimney is full [...]

July 20, 2022

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Chimney Downdrafts: Signs, Causes and Fixes

Chimney downdrafts can cause your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to go off. In extreme cases, they can lead to severe health problems as they can contaminate the air you breathe. Fortunately, you can call a chimney contractor to help you figure out if you have downdraft problems and what [...]

July 13, 2022

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What You Should Know About Chimney Fire

A chimney fire is dangerous and will leave you wondering when you can safely use your fireplace again. You're also probably thinking of expensive repairs that will create a dent in your budget. Don't worry because chimney fires are usually manageable. Just make sure to immediately call a reliable chimney [...]

July 6, 2022

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The Difference Between Flue Cleaning and Chimney Sweeping

The chimney and flue are two different components that require regular cleaning and maintenance. That said, make sure you don't use the terms flue cleaning and chimney sweeping interchangeably. (more…)

May 16, 2022

Phillip Batts

What’s the Difference Between Top-Sealing & Throat Dampers?

Throat dampers are pretty common and most homeowners – even those who don’t have a fireplace – are familiar with them. They are part of the fireplace, rather than the chimney, and work by keeping the chimney closed off at the bottom, keeping the house warm by shutting out the [...]