by Clark DeYoung | Jan 27, 2019 | Chimney Leaks
This time of year, as snow piles on rooftops and chimneys get pelted with rain sleet and snow, many homeowners see concerning puddles of water within their fireboxes, water stains around their chimneys on ceilings and walls or rust forming on fireplace doors, dampers...
by Clark DeYoung | May 24, 2017 | Animals In Your Chimney
With warm spring days, animals are on the prowl! This means they’re making mischief and looking for places to nest. Many animals, from squirrels and raccoons to swallows and bats, are apt to wander into your chimney. While it may seem innocuous, animals or birds...
by Clark DeYoung | Mar 24, 2016 | Chimney Caps, Chimney Inspections
The top of your chimney opens to the outside, meaning it is fully exposed to all of the elements, debris and wandering animals. That is, unless your chimney is topped with a secure chimney cap in good repair. About your chimney cap Your chimney cap sits at the very...