by Chuck Roydhouse | Sep 26, 2017 | Animals in the Chimney
Birds and other critters can cause a lot of stress, damage, and inconvenience when it comes to your chimney system. They drag in excess debris, cause clogs, build nests, and make a lot of noise. Not to mention, critters that get in, but can’t get out will eventually...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Apr 26, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance
You probably think a lot about your chimney during the cold weather months, when you’re enjoying the warm crackle of your fireplace or the warmth from your home heating system. It’s important to remember your chimney when the wood-burning season and home heating...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Apr 12, 2016 | Chimney Damage, Chimneys
Your chimney endures a lot of abuse through the winter months: The heat and smoke from your fires, freezing temperatures and rain, snow, ice and sleet. It’s easy to forget about your chimney once warmer weather hits, but it’s important to be on the lookout for signs...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Mar 27, 2016 | Chimney Damage, Chimneys
It’s that time of year again: As the last snow and ice melts and warmer temperatures emerge, we begin to assess the damage of winter. We notice the cracks in sidewalks and see road crews out in force filling in potholes. This time of year, it’s important to evaluate...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Apr 6, 2014 | Chimneys
Your chimney may look good on the outside but have hidden dangers lurking on the inside. A video inspection of your entire flue system is a good first step, as it will be able to spot missing mortar joints, cracks, and/or spalling that a professional may miss by doing...
