by James Owens | Oct 31, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance
Have you still not had your chimney swept even though it’s overdue? If the strong recommendation for annual cleanings from the National Fire Protection Association isn’t enough to convince you, here are 10 more reasons. Your teenage son said he’s embarrassed to have...
by James Owens | Oct 12, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance
It’s a chilly Friday night and you and your family have been sitting in the stands at the stadium for hours watching the game. You’re all too happy to be home to warm up. Popcorn is popping and there is some discussion over what movie to watch as you start a fire. You...
by James Owens | May 23, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance
Did you know that water leaks can cause so much damage to a masonry chimney that it can be in danger of collapsing? The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) is not joking when they claim that water is the biggest enemy of masonry chimneys. At Owens Chimney...
by James Owens | Mar 28, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Tips
When you are looking for someone to work on your chimney, it is important that you hire a person who is qualified and certified to work on chimneys and fireplaces, but how do you know whether or not this person meets these standards? One of the most essential things...
by James Owens | Feb 29, 2016 | Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance
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...
by James Owens | Dec 29, 2015 | Chimney Inspections, Chimney Maintenance
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...
