6 Great Uses for Fireplace Ash
With spring approaching soon, it’s the end of the burning season for many! Have you got your fireplace all cleared out and cleaned up for the warmer months? If so, we’re guessing you have some leftover ash on your hands that you aren’t sure what to do with. The good...
Ready to Season Your Own Firewood? We’ve Got Tips
Interested in seasoning your own firewood? You’re not alone! Many take this route to ensure they are for sure getting the best pieces available - the ones that offer those hotter, cleaner burns. That said, seasoning your own firewood isn’t as simple as cutting some...
Only Trust a CSIA-Certified Sweep With Your Chimney
Need chimney care? Or perhaps you’re thinking ahead to the summer months when you’ll want to schedule your annual inspection. Regardless, hiring a team that’s honest, reliable, and that puts your needs first is a must! Why? Well, for one thing, there are unfortunately...
Invest In a High-Quality Stove or Fireplace for the Holidays
We’re smack dab in the middle of the holiday season - Christmas is coming up fast, New Years is right around the corner, and soon enough we’ll be celebrating Valentine’s Day. And what makes all of these events even better (especially this time of year when low...
Be Aware of Leaky Chimneys this Fall and Winter
If you’re like most homeowners, your chimney is probably one of the most taken-for-granted parts of your home. It’s one of those things that you expect to be there for you when you need it but may not give it much thought in the meantime. “It’s all just cosmetic,” we...
Fire Prevention Is More Than Just A Week
Did you know it was recently Fire Prevention Week? In fact, all of October is Fire Prevention Month! And while we love that there’s a time of year dedicated to bringing awareness to these topics, we want homeowners to have helpful resources to help them all year long...
Chimney Accessories for Your Fall Fire
With fall comes fireplace maintenance, and it can sometimes feel a bit stressful thinking about repairs, cleanings, creosote build-up, water damage, broken down components, and the like. Needless to say, there’s often a lot to prepare for before lighting that first...
Not Addressing Chimney Leaks
So, think about it… when you get a new car, you make sure to get the oil changed on a regular basis, otherwise it might break down. And if you buy a new appliance, you follow the care instructions carefully so that nothing goes wrong. And when you have new carpet...
Have Your Chimney Swept to Remove Odor
Freshly cut grass, garden flowers blooming, sizzling barbecues, suntan lotion… All of these things have distinct smells associated with them that scream summer, and after going through a long, cold winter, they are always more than welcome! On this same note,...
Wood Stove Installation & Service in Concord NC
At Owens Chimney Systems, fixing up chimneys and fireplaces isn’t something we just do to make a living. Working in this industry is a passion, and we are proud to have provided top-notch, high-quality services to Concord and its surrounding cities for well over three...