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 | 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 | 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 13, 2014 | Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Tips
Following a long season of use, it’s a great idea to conduct a quick inspection of your chimney and heating appliance, looking for signs of wear and tear. It’s also wise to have your chimney professionally cleaned during the spring, since this is our least busy season...