by Chuck Roydhouse | Aug 27, 2014 | Chimneys
Have you ever wondered what makes a fire light in your chimney? Were you ever curious about how heat was generated? If so, check this out!
by Chuck Roydhouse | Aug 12, 2014 | Chimneys
We all love our chimneys. They add a certain aesthetic beauty to our homes that nothing else can match. They also help keep our families safe from the smoke and harmful gases that would otherwise leak into our homes without them. Since we value them so much for the...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Jul 25, 2014 | Chimneys
What would you say if we told you that water damages masonry chimneys more than fire? Believe it or not, it’s true! Unfortunately, the damage water does to masonry chimneys is usually a slow and subtle process; the problems typically aren’t evident until it’s more...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Jul 7, 2014 | Chimneys
Why Should I Hire A CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep? Decades ago, luck played a much bigger role in finding a trustworthy, capable chimney technician. The way sweeps performed jobs like chimney inspections were largely left up to the individual sweep’s discretion, and...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Jun 17, 2014 | Chimneys, Fireplaces
It is almost summer – time to switch from the warm, cozy fireplace to full-blast, cool air conditioning. But not so fast! Did you remember to include the chimney in your spring cleaning? Because if you didn’t then you are going to have a serious problem: a...
by Chuck Roydhouse | May 15, 2014 | Chimneys, Energy Efficiency, Fire Safety, Fireplaces
Just like the human body, a masonry chimney cannot function properly unless all of its parts are healthy and working together in harmony. If one of your chimney’s components is failing—no thanks to water damage, dirt and debris, or a faulty connection—it’s important...
