Christmas in the Hampton Castle: Sweeping the Chimney for Santa
A certified Superior Chimney technician was on vacation in London. The technician had a conversation with the Royal London guard about Santa and all of their numerous chimneys about sweeping the chimney. Let’s find out who ended up being covered in soot… Christmas Eve in London The story begins on Christmas Eve in a rainy […]
The Story of a Man in a Top Hat
Did you know that in Europe, the person who does a chimney cleaning and inspection wears a full suit with a top hat? Yes, in this very year, chimney sweeps still dress like this! Over one hundred years ago, chimney sweeps were revered for their work. The legend has it that in 1066, King William […]
Has Cold Air in the Chimney Stayed After the Holiday Party Ended?
As the weather becomes more frightful, be aware of the cold air in the chimney. Have you watched Charlie Brown’s holiday specials? They are classics! In the recent Thanksgiving show, Charlie Brown says, “Thanksgiving is not just about the turkey, it’s about the moments shared.” A meaningful quote that’s true to everyone, even during non-holidays. […]
Prepare Your Home for the Cold and Snow: Why Chimney Maintenance Matters
There’s nothing quite like curling up by the fireplace on a frosty evening, watching snowflakes drift past the window. As the crisp fall air turns icy and the ground becomes blanketed in snow, it’s the perfect time to prepare your home for the winter months ahead. One essential task? Ensuring your chimney is swept and […]
Get Your Fireplace Swept and Inspected for the Gobble Gobble
It’s that time of year, and many of you will be hosting Thanksgiving. If your house is like mine, everyone will gravitate to the room where the fireplace is located. Why? Who doesn’t want to sit by the fireplace and enjoy good conversation and a glass of your favorite beverage. Be sure to get your […]
Time to Dust Off the Fireplace with a Chimney Sweep
Whether you have a gas or wood burning fireplace, cobwebs, dust, and debris gather in the chimney and the fireplace. A customer had shared a story of their gas fireplace. There was a chill in the air, and the couple decided it would be nice to turn on the gas fireplace, relax and watch some […]
A Beginning Season Fireplace Guide for Your Fireplace and Chimney
We’re heading in that time of year where homeowners are opting for hot chocolate over an iced tea. The sound of a crackling fireplace becomes more and more desirable as the cool nights settle in. Nothing is better than the sound of a warm, cozy fireplace. As you want to get the fireplace started, you’ll […]
Keep the Heat in Your Home – A Fireplace Heat Shield Retains 20% More Heat
As prices of just about everything keep going up, it’s always a good to find something that can help you save. We’re going to focus on a fireplace heat shield, which takes the heat generated from your fireplace and reflects the heat to go into your home instead of up and out of the home. […]
Chimney Inspections are Required for Selling a Home
Did you know that selling your home requires a Level II chimney inspection to be completed? It’s true! Per the National Fire Protection Association NFPA 211, a chimney inspection must be done prior to the transfer of property. It does make sense since the chimney can be used for heat in the fireplace whether it […]
How Do I Know if I Need a Chimney Liner?
Chimney liners are an investment. No doubt. And most homeowners are willing to forego using their fireplace so they don’t need to pay for a new chimney liner. It’s a bit more complicated than that. Let’s talk about what a chimney liner is, how to know if you need one and what are some of […]