by Joe Shear | Dec 18, 2020 | annual chimney inspection
When you’re a kid, there’s only one good reason to make sure the chimney is swept clean and in good order – Santa! If Saint Nick can’t make his way into your home on Christmas Eve, you might be left disappointed the next morning, so having everything swept,...
by Joe Shear | Nov 30, 2020 | Chimney Liner
The heat sources in your home are made up of a lot of components, all of which are necessary for appropriate functioning and heightened performance. All of these parts work together to ensure your family can stay more comfortable, while not fearing the threat of gas...
by Joe Shear | Oct 29, 2020 | Chimney Maintenance
Does your chimney need maintenance or maybe some repair or renovation work? If so, you may find yourself struggling when it comes to picking a company you can trust. Fortunately for folks in the Capital District area, as well as the Hudson Valley region, Northern and...
by Joe Shear | Sep 29, 2020 | Chimney Maintenance
Cold weather is already beginning to make an appearance, and before we know it, we’ll be dealing with snow, harsh winds, and freezing temperatures. There’s no doubt that fireplaces throughout the area will see a lot more use throughout the following weeks and months,...
by Joe Shear | Mar 31, 2020 | Uncategorized
Do you want to work in an industry where you are always doing something different every day? Do you want to help make people’s homes cleaner and safer to live in? Do you want to work with a team of professionals that will train and guide you to a great career? If you...
by Joe Shear | Feb 27, 2020 | Chimney Repair
Have you looked closely at your chimney in a while? Masonry chimneys are constructed to stand the test of time. However, over time, even a well-built chimney will start to succumb to the elements. Furthermore, if the person that constructed your chimney cut corners,...
by Joe Shear | Jan 31, 2020 | Chimney Cleaning
Most homeowners know that their chimney needs to be swept from time to time, however, they don’t always know how often. In fact, some homeowners will wait until they have blockage issues before they decide they should have maintenance performed on their chimney...
by Joe Shear | Dec 31, 2019 | Hearth Refacing & Repair
Did you know that owning a fireplace can increase the value of your home? Many potential homeowners would pay extra for a home that has a fireplace installed in it compared to one that didn’t. In fact, a survey by Angie’s List revealed that nearly 80 percent of real...
by Joe Shear | Nov 29, 2019 | Scheduling
Have you been putting off your annual fireplace and chimney inspection for the last minute? Getting an annual fireplace and chimney inspection is crucial to the health of your fireplace and chimney as well as the safety of your family. At Northeastern Masonry and...
by Joe Shear | Oct 29, 2019 | Witches Crook
Are you afraid of witches coming down your chimney this Halloween? This is a common concern for a lot of homeowners… Okay, we’re just kidding, but this wasn’t always the case! In fact, a lot of older homes in the greater Albany area have something called a witches...
