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January 4, 2022

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Reasons Your Fireplace Smells Bad and How to Fix Them

A well-maintained fireplace provides warmth and beauty to your home. When an unpleasant odor is emitting from it, it can ruin the atmosphere and give the residents a headache. There can be several reasons why your fireplace or chimney smells bad; a reliable chimney sweep talks about some of them here. (more…)

December 16, 2021

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Why Ice Dams Are Bad for Your Chimney

Frozen water typically accumulates in the gutter system or around the chimney. When this happens, an ice dam could potentially occur and eventually cause harm to your roofing and home interior. Furthermore, it could also mean trouble for your chimney. (more…)

December 2, 2021

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How Often Should I Have My Chimney Inspected?

Chimney inspection is a critical part of home maintenance. Typically, it is recommended to be done at least once a year, especially if you use your fireplace regularly. Nevertheless, even if you rarely use your fireplace or stove, it’s still best to schedule chimney cleaning and inspection every year. (more…)

November 18, 2021

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Why Should You Only Use Seasoned Firewood

It might seem like a minor detail, but did you know that using properly-seasoned firewood makes all the difference in making your chimney last? It would be understandable to think that any kind of wood logs would work for your furnace, but it actually does matter a lot. Using the [...]

November 11, 2021

Phillip Batts

A Brief Primer on Parging

Your chimney and fireplace is an intricate heating system that requires you to take care of it. After all, it makes your home warm and cozy during the winter months. However, there is one part that some homeowners typically forget, and that is the smoke chamber, hidden above the firebox. [...]