by Chuck Roydhouse | Dec 26, 2019 | Fireplace Smoke Issues
Did you settle down for a cozy evening by the fireplace only to be faced with smoke in your living room? This is bad for your health, and it causes a really unpleasant aesthetic in your home, as well. It’s important to find effective solutions, and that’s what the...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Dec 20, 2019 | Chimney Fires
As a retired firefighter and a CSIA Master certified chimney sweep, I care a lot about fire safety and have dedicated decades of my life to reducing chimney fires and house fires in this community. I also know that in many ways, education is the key to fire...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Nov 27, 2019 | Home Heating Appliance Tips
There are some pretty big differences between masonry fireplaces, factory-built fireplaces, wood stoves, and gas appliances. We’re here to break down the Dos and Don’ts of each so that, no matter what type of appliance you have, you know what to do and what not to do,...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Nov 15, 2019 | Fire Safety Tips
As a CSIA-certified team of chimney technicians that have been putting the needs of Anne Arundel County citizens first since 1978, you can bet that our crew prides themselves on making safety a priority. As we move into the holiday season, we have some tips for our...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Oct 30, 2019 | Chimney Service
When it comes to inspecting, sweeping, and repairing your chimney, it’s important to rely on a team of experts that really know their stuff. These tasks should never be attempted by someone inexperienced, and despite the wide array of do-it-yourself tutorials online,...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Oct 14, 2019 | Chimney Repairs
Did you get your annual inspection done this fall only to discover you have deterioration, water entry points or damages that need to be addressed? This can be a frustrating scenario, but it’s not an uncommon one for chimney owners to face. Everyone loves a bargain...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Oct 10, 2019 | Chimney Issues
As a homeowner, there’s a lot that goes into making sure your home stays as safe and as efficient as possible. But sometimes, you might not know what needs to be done for certain appliances in your home — like your gas or oil boiler/furnace and the system...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Oct 2, 2019 | Chimney Maintenance, Fireplace Safety Tips
Clean the ashes from the fireplace as they accumulate. This only applies to wood burning fireplaces, but it is an important step! We recommend leaving a bed of ash throughout the burning season as this will help ignite new fires. Clean only excess ash and place them...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Sep 27, 2019 | Chimney Inspections
Did you know that the CSIA recommends all owners invest in an inspection every single year? By scheduling this maintenance before the start of your burning season for your fireplace, wood stove, gas fireplace or oil or gas furnace, you’ll ensure your system stays...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Sep 10, 2019 | Gas Fireplace
It’s common to have some questions about gas appliances — like how they work, if they’re safe, and what to do when you have an issue. Maybe you just bought a new home with a gas fireplace or you’re considering making the switch to gas. Or maybe you’ve just...
