by James Owens | Jun 30, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety, Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance
The summertime smells we all want to imagine are flowers and barbecue, but sometimes our chimneys have other ideas. You can try to cover up the smell with air fresheners and high hopes, but it may be that you have to remove the odor from the unit completely. Our...
by James Owens | Jun 16, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety, Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety
Are you a chimney owner? Are you looking to get a chimney installed anytime soon? Well, if you’ve answered yes to either of the two questions then we’ve got some information that could be helpful. Our team here at Owens Chimney Systems, Inc. is ready and willing to...
by James Owens | May 14, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Tips, Energy Efficiency, Fire Safety
After years of usage, your chimney liner might need to be repaired or possibly replaced. It has to function efficiently to save on your heating buck and to keep your family safe indoors.
by James Owens | Apr 23, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety, Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance
A wise homeowner should know what to ask when they hire people to do services in and around their home. The same holds true when you hire a chimney sweep. Here are the top 6 questions to ask:
by James Owens | Apr 20, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety, Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Tips, Fire Safety
There is one thing important to all homeowners…the safety and well-being of our families. We do our very best to avoid at all costs things that may threaten it. Among the most dreaded and unwelcome house guests is creosote. What is creosote? Well it’s safe to say that...
by James Owens | Mar 25, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Energy Efficiency, Venting
It never fails that after the holidays and tax season, your wallet seems to be a little more thin than usual. Some people use coupons, or reduce their trips out. Many people do not think about what they can change around their homes, or how much money these changes...