chimney replacement
4 Tips on Making Your Fireplace Burn More Efficiently
A fireplace is a great alternative heating system for your home and can improve your home's aesthetics, but it is not as efficient as a whole-home system like a furnace. However, there are a few things that you can do to improve a fireplace's efficiency. Read on as Batts' Chimney [...]
How to Get Bats Out of Your Chimney
Bats find shelter in dark and warm spaces where they feel secure and protected. Unfortunately, chimneys are among these spaces. However, letting them stay in your chimney can result in bat urine and droppings accumulating inside, leading to odors and contaminated runoff, and may even mean bats getting into your [...]
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 [...]
Why Your Gas Fireplace Still Needs a Proper Chimney Cleaning
A traditional wood-burning fireplace requires regular cleaning to clear out the ash and carbon that have collected in the firebox and chimney. This can be tedious and costly at times, which is why many homeowners switch to gas fireplaces instead. But because they don't burn wood, do gas fireplaces still [...]
The Consequences of a Cracked Chimney Flue
Also known as a chimney liner, a chimney flue is a little-known component that serves a big role in the safety of your roofing system. Its function is so important that fire experts even recommend having the entire chimney inspected professionally at least once a year for maintenance and repair. [...]
Signs That You Need to Have your Dryer Vent Cleaned
While it’s important to regularly take the lint out of your dryer, cleaning the removable trap is also sometimes just as crucial. These simple tasks contribute to your home’s safety and energy efficiency, so you have to be diligent in doing them. (more…)
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…)
How to Hire the Right Chimney Sweep
Proper care and maintenance of your chimneys, wood stoves and fireplaces can help protect you from unnecessary fires and carbon monoxide poisonings. When trying to hire someone to clean your fireplace chimney, you may run into some issues, not knowing where to start. The details can often be overwhelming. (more…)
Get Your Chimney Quote Today
Our goal is to make sure your chimney looks and functions the way you want it to. Our people only consider the job complete when you are satisfied. To get a free quote for your inspections or dryer vent cleaning, fill out our contact form or call Batts' Chimney Services at (256) 660-1338.
