There’s Smoke Coming From the Fireplace! What Should I Do?
Is there smoke in your home coming from the fireplace? This is certainly cause for alarm! The first thing a homeowner should do if they seesmoke coming out of the firebox opening is call 911. The most likely scenario is that there is some issue causing some backdraft,...
Chimneys & Water Issues: 3 Things to Look Out For
Water-related issues can bring on a long list of stressors for chimney owners. Excess moisture causes bricks to crumble, wood to rot, metal to rust, and clogs to form, and the longer these problems continue, the worse they will get. Because of this, regularly...
The 3 Things to Consider When Needing a Sweeping or Inspection
If you own a fireplace, then chimney maintenance needs to be a priority if you’re looking to maintain the value and overall aesthetic of your home. Fortunately, by investing in annual inspections and scheduling sweepings as often as The National Fire Protection...
What Animals Can Get Into My Chimney?
Your chimney is great. It has one main purpose and that is to help keep your home smoke-free while keeping your fire burning efficiently. As long as you keep your fireplace well maintained and free from soot and creosote buildup, it will continue to fulfill its role...
COVID-19 Company Precautions
As a company, we are taking the COVID-19 pandemic very seriously. Your health and safety have always been our #1 priority. Because of this, we want to share with you the precautions we are taking as a company to stop the spread and keep you and your family, as well as...
Custom Chimney Caps
You think that your chimney is pretty straight forward. Just construct brick and mortar and a firebox and you have a fireplace. But in truth, there’s much more to a fireplace and chimney system than just that. There’s many working parts that must be in good condition...
Masonry Repairs
So, we’re guessing your fireplace and chimney are one of the last things on your mind as we approach summertime. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean you don’t have damage lurking within your system that could cause you problems in the fall. In fact, some of that damage...
Winter Dangers to Your Chimney System
One of the best things about winter, besides Christmas and cooler weather, is using your fireplace. Nothing feels as good, smells as good, or sounds as good as a snapping, crackling fire, especially when there’s the possibility of a little sprinkling of snow falling...
Is Your Chimney Ready For Fall?
There is something so special about fall in North Carolina. The air gets fresh and cool, the leaves change and color the countryside with reds and yellows and oranges, and you know that cooler weather is on the way. The beautiful fall weather can even get you in the...
Gas Logs Need Service, Too
Temperatures are beginning to drop, and if you have a fireplace in your home, you are likely gearing up for countless cozy evenings in front of a warm fire. Now, if you’re one of the many who takes advantage of the ease and convenience of gas logs, you might be...