Happy Father’s Day – Thanks for All the Ugly Things You Do
As we begin the celebration of Dad this weekend, let’s be thankful for all the ugly things he does that the rest of us don’t have to do. Here are some fan favorites: Get rid of bugs Cut the grass Picked up the kid(s) who fell off the bike, then fix the bike Put up […]
Summer Chaos in the Chimney
There are big disturbances going on in your chimney and it will certainly make its way into the fireplace and into your home. If you find yourself saying, “I can wait to get the chimney cleaned,” think again. Chaos #1: Summer heat and humidity, and we’ve already had a couple of 90 degree days, seeps […]
Why It’s Best to Leave Chimney Cleaning to the Certified Professionals
There’s an overabundance of information out on the Internet that can help you complete any home improvement project. If you have a gas fireplace or wood burning fireplace, it sure can be tempting to buy your own sweeping tools and clean the chimney yourself. There’s definite consequences to the do-it-yourself chimney sweep, and important reasons […]
Why Should I have a Mid-Winter Fireplace & Chimney Inspection?
Seriously? Now? There are 2 groups of people a mid-winter fireplace and chimney inspection is recommended for: The procrastinators who never did their fall chimney inspection and; Those households that regularly use the fireplace. The Procrastinators: You meant to get the chimney cleaned, you meant to get it inspected, but you forgot….then remembered…then forgot again. […]
The Affects of a Deep Freeze on Your Chimney
Chimney’s are taking a beating with the deep freeze, especially those chimney’s that haven’t been cleaned or inspected. Sitting in the Starbuck’s I overheard (you do it too), a couple of unfortunate situations. In one of the stories, a family room caught on fire because of a missing chimney brick. Fortunately, they were home and were […]
The Holiday of Once
Once a year we celebrate the holiday of Thanksgiving with friends and family. We get to eat these special dishes only once as year as it takes hours to prepare. The drive to the family feast is long with traffic, but once we get there, it’s worth the wait. As we are greeted at the […]
Use It or Not… Gas Log Burning Fireplaces Still Need Swept and Inspected Annually – Same as Wood
It’s no doubt that gas log burning fireplaces have increased in popularity as there is less mess, no firewood storing and chopping, it’s just seems easier. Most homeowners think the fireplace and chimney doesn’t need maintenance or cleaning just because it is gas burning. Per the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), gas fireplaces require […]
Eavesdropping on a Conversation Has Become Your Gain
Standing in the self-checkout line, I do what we all do…listen to conversations going on around us. Sometimes it’s worth staying tuned-in, like yesterday. A person standing in back of me waiting in line decided to make a call. It became obvious that she was having a hard time making a decision and was searching […]
An August Chill Fires Up the Chimney
The chill in the air has brought thoughts of a warm fire. With temperatures in the evenings in the 50’s, some have turned to an outdoor fire pit. Although nice, I prefer a little more comfort. Here’s the next best thing. When the sun goes down, open the windows and/or patio doors to get the […]
Roller Coaster of Spring Temperatures
You know summer is coming when Six Flags opens its doors…which starts on the 14th…FYI. The roller coasters are the favorite with the twist and turns, gaining speed until you feel out of breath. I know this past week was like a preview to a roller coaster ride with temperatures ranging from summer to mid-winter, […]
