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 | Jun 15, 2019 | Chimney Swifts
Cities don’t really seem like a place that many animals would enjoy living in. However, many species have adapted to life in urban areas and may even live in the structures that we create for ourselves to live in. One animal that has done very well at adapting to life...
by Joe Shear | Sep 14, 2016 | Chimney Cap Function
The oft-recorded song “Autumn Leaves” talks of falling leaves drifting by the window. It’s an old favorite. But the song makes no mention of leaves drifting into one’s chimney. It can happen. What can be done to prevent leaves from falling into your chimney, causing...
by Joe Shear | May 11, 2016 | Superior Value of Chimney Caps
The Kentucky Derby is known for featuring female fans adorned with glamorous and eye-catching hats. (Well, it’s known for a horse race, too.) Ranging from the eccentric to the elegant, these articles of clothing make a definite fashion statement. It is considered a...
by Joe Shear | Jun 10, 2015 | Chimney Cap, Chimney Leaks
Chimney caps are a lot like the topper on a Christmas tree, with one glaring difference—a chimney cap is much more than decoration. They’re vital organs to a chimney that should be well taken care of and replaced when needed. Chimneys come in many different designs,...
