Summertime — and the repairin’ is easy

The thermometer reads 91 degrees. Ice, sleet and snow are rude and distant memories. Perhaps a few words from last year’s chimney inspection nag at the back of your mind: “You don’t have any leaks yet, but keep an eye on those cracks in your crown.” Chimney crown...

Why have your chimney relined?

According to the CSIA, problems in your chimney’s flue can present serious risks to your home and family, because it’s no longer able to perform its primary function: to safely contain and vent the products of combustion to the outside of your home. If your current...

Benefits of a Top Sealing Damper

Energy savings. Surely everyone likes to save money whenever possible. Right? Chimney dampers, for many, are just the way to help with those high heating bills. The main purpose of a damper is to seal the chimney airtight when it’s not in use. Heat rises, and if the...