If you’ve ever been scammed before, you know the frustration and helpless feeling of being taken advantage of. How can you avoid chimney repair scams? There’s no guarantee but there are a few things you...
Chimneys seem practically indestructible maybe that’s why it is such a surprise and disappointment when something goes wrong. One thing that often happens to chimneys is cracked flue tiles. As you know the inside of...
Home insurance coverage can differ from one policy to the next. If you have a fireplace, it is good to ask: is chimney repair covered by homeowners’ insurance? Chimneys are prone to deteriorate, and many...
From the South Carolina Midlands to the Central Augusta River Area (CSRA), it has been a wild and wet year, especially for those near the Atlantic coastline. Although our region typically enjoys a mild winter,...
With the winter season fast approaching, many residents in northern Georgia and South Carolina Midlands area often ask, “Can snow get in my chimney?” While snow is rare in the low country, there is a...
Winter is just around the corner, if you’re like most people then there are probably chimney repairs that still need attention. When projects stack up, prioritizing which chimney repairs must be done before winter is...
Your chimney crown is sometimes the unsung hero of your entire fireplace system. Your cap keeps both animals and debris out of the flue (and by extension, your home). Your flue sends smoke and gasses...
Chimneys seem to be solid and independent structures that you can depend on to be there for you when you need them. The question is, are chimney inspections really that important? What could a chimney...
A well-built chimney can be a thing of beauty but a chimney that has begun to flake or crumble can be devastating. Why is this happening and how can this be fixed is the immediate...
