by Chuck Roydhouse | Mar 26, 2021 | Chimney Inspections
If you’ve heard it from one sweep, you’ve heard it from a hundred… annual chimney inspections are essential to good chimney health! And if you’ve already got your regular inspection booked, then the hard part’s over. All that’s left to do is sit back and wait for your...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Feb 18, 2021 | Fireplace Safety
We’re nearing the last weeks of winter, which means many fireplaces will soon be shut down for warmer weather. And if you’ve put your wood-burning fireplace to use a lot this year, we’re guessing you have a lot of ash built up in the firebox. Now, some think removing...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Jan 28, 2021 | Chimney Fires
Every fireplace owner knows how cozy and enjoyable an evening by the fireplace can be. Yet, hearing stories about chimney fires and seeing the damages that follow them can make anyone feel uneasy as they try to finish off their burning season. Well, as both a retired...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Dec 3, 2020 | Fireplace Safety Tips
As the holidays approach, it’s always good to reflect on various safety tips and practices to ensure you and loved ones stay as safe as possible. That being said, life can get hectic this time of year, and it’s not always easy to stay on top of it all, which is why...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Nov 20, 2020 | Fireplaces
Ever look at your fireplace structure and wonder how it all came together? Or perhaps you’re considering updating or having routine maintenance this fall or winter and want to know what to expect? No matter where you stand, knowing the basics of how fireplaces are...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Oct 22, 2020 | Chimney Maintenance
When it comes to proper chimney functioning, one of the biggest things you need is good airflow. Draft and air pressure work together to ensure your fires burn strong and that all of the fumes, gases, and smoke created flow safely up and out of your flue. Yet, not...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Sep 18, 2020 | Fireplace System
Is your fireplace just not producing enough heat to warm up everyone in your living space? If you’re struggling to get the warmth and comfort you desire, then the biggest recommendation we can make is to switch to an insert. Classic wood-burning fireplaces simply...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Aug 4, 2020 | Home Buying
Are you on the hunt for your dream home? If so, then it’s important that you don’t miss a thing when it comes to the functionality and overall structural soundness of the property. All too often, people rush into the buying process, failing to see the many...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Jul 21, 2020 | Air Quality
Every now and then, we get customers wondering just how much the state of their chimney impacts the air quality of their home. I mean, does it really matter that much? Easy answer – without a doubt! You actually shouldn’t be able to smell your fireplace or stove...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Jun 23, 2020 | Summer Safety Tips
As we move into the warmer months of the year, grilling, landscaping, working in the garden, and spending time outdoors becomes more common. Unfortunately, many find themselves so eager to immerse in these activities that they forget to practice caution when...
