What Could Be Causing My Chimney to Leak?
Our customers at Owens Chimney Systems have heard us say many times that the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) has named water as the biggest enemy of masonry chimneys. Preventing chimney leaks is one of the most important jobs we do as chimney professionals...
Only Burn Seasoned Firewood
When you have a wood-burning fireplace, knowing the best ways to burn wood makes a big difference in the quality of your fires. Not only does the type of build make a difference, but the kind of firewood you use is a major factor for successfully burning wood. If you...
What Water Can Do to Your Chimney
Masonry chimneys are built to last a lifetime; however, this does not mean that they do not need routine maintenance services. The bricks and mortar that are used to construct chimneys are porous and can absorb water. Every time it rains or snows, water will penetrate...
Get a $300 Tax Credit for Qualifying Wood Stoves
If you have recently purchased or are considering adding a new wood-burning stove to your home, Owens Chimney Systems has some good news for you. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has extended its $300 tax credit for qualifying biomass stoves through 2016. A biomass...
How We Detect and Fix Chimney Leaks
If you suspect your chimney may be leaking, you need to have this taken care of before winter, or you may end up with even more damage done to your chimney. Any water that has been absorbed into the bricks and mortar of your chimney will freeze when the temperature...
Be Good to Your Chimney – Burn the Right Woods
Over the years we have been in the chimney business at Owens Chimney Systems, we have discovered that many homeowners do not really know the best woods to use for firewood. While certain species of wood will burn longer and hotter than other species, the main quality...
Fire Safety
Save Money by Installing a New Fireplace Insert
When you have an older traditional fireplace, you are not heating your home as effectively or as efficiently as you could be with a new fireplace insert. No matter whether you choose wood, pellet, or gas as the fuel source, a new fireplace insert will help you save...
Gas Fireplaces: Direct Vent vs Vent Free
If you are looking for a way to reduce your heating costs this fall and winter, you may want to consider a gas fireplace. Easy to operate and clean-burning, gas fireplaces give you the convenience of flipping a switch to ignite your fire. You will not have to worry...
Cleaning and Maintaining Your Wood Stove
To keep your wood stove working safely and efficiently this fall and winter, you should be familiar with how to properly clean and maintain the stove. At Owens Chimney Systems, we carry both Hampton and Regency wood-burning stoves that are certified by the U.S....