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The most important reason for cleaning your chimney after winter is to prevent a fire. That’s because after a long winter of lighting the fireplace, sipping eggnog, and singing Christmas carols while roasting chestnuts in an open fire, your venting system likely accumulated creosote, soot, and other debris. This debris can create safety and health Read more

If you have a chimney at home, you may be familiar with the regular maintenance and upkeep it requires to keep it functioning as it should. Like anything, the more you use and enjoy it, the more frequently it will need attention. To keep your chimney in tip top shape, you may need to hire Read more

A fireplace damper plays a vital role in ensuring that you have a pleasant burning season. Similar to the front door of your home, your chimney damper regulates what gets in and what goes out of your chimney. It’s important to know how to use your damper to minimize smoke, drafts, and unwanted debris in Read more

A chimney is a chimney, right? Believe it or not, the answer is no. There are several types of chimney systems available today. Each of them has unique characteristics and use cases. So let’s look at a few ways to tell what kind of chimney you have. Does fuel source affect the kind of chimney? Read more

Now is the perfect time to take care of any masonry repairs your home may need. During winter, masonry is more susceptible to damage from freezing temperatures and moisture. However, since the spring and summer months in northwestern New York are typically warm and dry, it is the best time of year for all chimney Read more

Chimney techs, also known as chimney sweeps, are professionals who inspect, clean, maintain, and repair chimneys. You may ask- what kind of tools do chimney techs use? They use a range of tools and equipment to ensure that your chimney functions safely and efficiently. A chimney sweep’s goal is to remove a highly flammable substance Read more

Keeping your chimney well-maintained is essential for it to operate efficiently and safely. Unfortunately, many people put off or ignore routine inspection and maintenance, which can lead to significant damage. Tuckpointing is one technique chimney experts have in their arsenal to repair damaged masonry, and we’ll look at what it is, the signs you need Read more

Being in upstate New York, making sure your fireplace is ready to go for snow-filled winters is probably a top priority. But, oftentimes, we don’t even think about the maintenance side of having a fireplace. While it’s important to schedule an annual cleaning to ensure safe and efficient fires, you may not know when the Read more

One of the familiar sounds of spring and summer is the low hum of bees in their hive working away. Its usually a welcome calming noise but perhaps it’s a little louder this year. Bees have been known to make hives in dead trees, sheds and in your case your chimney. When bees get inside Read more

If you are unaware, no substance does more damage to your house over time than water. Moisture can break down brick and create dangerous black mold. A chimney is one of the most common ways water enters a home. If you own a chimney, you probably have or will experience leaking at some point. Whether Read more