Come winter, there’s a lot to worry about in terms of home maintenance, especially here in the Capital District area. Frozen pipes, broken down masonry, a faulty healing system, and ice in your driveway are just a few of many things to concern yourself with!...
There are lots of reasons a homeowner might be in need of a new chimney liner. It could be due to a change in appliance or fuel type, or perhaps an outside event (like a lightning strike, tornado, earthquake, etc.) did some serious damage that simply can’t be...
If you own a fireplace, but aren’t well-versed on chimney anatomy, you’re not alone. There are actually quite a few parts that much up your fireplace and chimney, all of which need to work together to give you the best burning experience possible, so remembering the...
The cold and blustery days of autumn are upon us and soon it will be time for cozying up around a warm fire with your family. Nothing beats the feeling of warmth and ambiance that a fireplace provides. Starting a fire in your wood burning fireplace may seem simple,...
Autumn weather tends to accompany many feelings of nostalgia and contentment, as well as the welcome sights of pumpkin decor and – you know it – falling leaves. While there are lots of positive associations with falling leaves, like kids jumping into piles...
