by Joshua Cate | Jun 15, 2019 | Masonry Damage
When is the last time your chimney masonry was inspected? Masonry issues are some of the most common and most expensive issues that we get called in for. However, many of these issues can be prevented with an annual chimney inspection. The Chimney Safety Institute of...
by Joshua Cate | May 31, 2019 | Chimney Inspections
Are you looking to buy a new home? If so, you are probably beginning to realize all the stress. A lot of research needs to be done. A lot of boxes need to be checked to find the perfect home. One of the most stressful parts of home-buying is the concern of structural...
by Joshua Cate | May 15, 2019 | Chase Cover, Chimney Cap
Spring rains rejuvenate the natural world around us. However, spring rains is also detrimental to the health of your chimney and home. Keeping your chimney masonry protected from moisture is critical to the overall health of your chimney, fireplace, and home. At TN...
by Joshua Cate | Apr 30, 2019 | Chimney Leaks
With its ability to handle extreme heat and wild weather, you might think that your chimney is invincible. However, there is one element that can quickly deteriorate your chimney structure. Leaky chimneys can lead to a number of issues including unpleasant odors,...
by Joshua Cate | Apr 12, 2019 | Chimney Maintenance
Chimney fires are one of the leading causes of home fires every year. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) states that more than 20,000 residential house fires are results of chimney fires yearly. However, most of these house fires are preventable with an...
by Joshua Cate | Mar 29, 2019 | Chimney Maintenance
Do you own multiple heating appliances? If you do, you may think you need a specialist for each heating appliance. However, if you own a gas unit, fireplace, log set, or another appliances, there is a place that you can turn to for all your inspection, cleaning, and...
by Joshua Cate | Mar 14, 2019 | Pre-Fabricated Inserts
A fireplace adds a warm ambiance to your home that can’t be beat. However, the thought of adding a brand new fireplace to your home can seem a little overwhelming. A new fireplace consists of tearing apart walls, masonry construction, and adding a chimney to your...
by Joshua Cate | Feb 26, 2019 | Fireplace Installation
Your fireplace was constructed to withstand extreme conditions, including smoke, corrosive gases, and extreme temperature changes. So, it may come as no surprise that some older fireplaces might start to look worn out after years of use. When an older fireplace starts...
by Joshua Cate | Feb 12, 2019 | Chimney Inspections
Inspections are critical to maintaining the health of your fireplace and chimney system. Chimney inspections help you to assess the overall health of your chimney and also help determine if there are any issues with your chimney that need to be addressed. However, did...
by Joshua Cate | Jan 31, 2019 | Chimney Damper
Have you noticed that your fires aren’t burning as efficiently as last year? Do you have a cold draft coming out of your fireplace when it isn’t in use? Does smoke enter your home when you start a fire? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then your...
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