by Joshua Cate | Dec 13, 2018 | chimney sweeping
Your chimney gets used a lot during the holidays, and who can blame you. Sitting around the warm glow of a fire, sharing in the fellowship of good friends is kind of what the holiday season is all about. However, when you use your fireplace, it creates byproducts that...
by Joshua Cate | Nov 29, 2018 | Chimney Dampers
There’s nothing better than spending a cold wintry night in front of a nice warm fire. However, if smoke starts pouring into your home after you light your fire, it can ruin your night. A defective damper can cause all sorts of airflow issues in your chimney system....
by Joshua Cate | Nov 15, 2018 | HeatShield
A well designed and constructed chimney flue can withstand heat, smoke, and all the other byproducts that are produced when you burn a fire in your fireplace or stove. However, over time even the most well-constructed flue will start to deteriorate due to everyday use...
by Joshua Cate | Oct 27, 2018 | Repairs
Your chimney is a focal point of your home. A beautifully masoned chimney can really add to your home’s curb appeal. However, because of its location outside your home, your chimney is constantly being exposed to the elements. Moisture from rain and snow can get into...
by Joshua Cate | Oct 12, 2018 | CSIA-certified
When you think about it, owning a fireplace is an investment. A beautiful fireplace brings aesthetic value to your living area and increase the value of your home. However, owning a fireplace is a big responsibility. Keeping a well maintained and operational chimney...
by Joshua Cate | Sep 29, 2018 | chimney sweeping
Let’s be honest, the inside of your chimney is a messy place. After a winter of collecting soot, ash, and creosote, it’s no wonder that some homeowners are afraid of what might come out of their fireplace when it’s time for a sweeping. Fireplaces are oftentimes...
by Joshua Cate | Sep 15, 2018 | Uncategorized, Ventilation
When people think of TN Fireplace and Chimney, they usually think of how we are Knoxville’s only Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) certified chimney sweeps. However, being chimney experts also means that we are ventilation experts as well. If you have a hot...
by Joshua Cate | Aug 31, 2018 | Roof Repair
Are you having issues with water leaks on the inside of your walls around your chimney? If so, you might be experiencing issues with your roof or flashing. When it comes to moisture and your chimney system, homeowners usually focus the chimney cap or the chimney...
by Joshua Cate | Aug 17, 2018 | Historic Chimneys
Your fireplace was designed and constructed to withstand harsh conditions. However, even the most well-designed fireplace will start to deteriorate after decades of fires burning inside of it. You love the look of your historic fireplace, but when its masonry starts...
by Joshua Cate | Jul 31, 2018 | Leaky Chimney
Keeping your chimney free from moisture is critical to the health of your chimney and fireplace. That’s why at TN Fireplace and Chimney we are dedicated to making sure that chimneys all over Knoxville are protected from rain, sleet, snow, and any other disasters. We...
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