by Joe Shear | Jan 15, 2025 | Chimney Sweep
The middle of winter can seem like a less-than-ideal time to invest in professional home services, especially here in the Albany, NY area. Typically, projects and maintenance jobs fit better with the seasons that bring longer days, more temperate breezes, and less...
by Joe Shear | Aug 26, 2023 | Chimney Sweep
When the seasons shift, school buses start rumbling past every morning, and temperatures start to lower, getting a fire crackling becomes all the more enticing. Yet in the anticipation of cozy evenings, it’s vital not to overlook one key element of home maintenance:...
by Joe Shear | Nov 30, 2022 | Smoky Fireplace
So, you go to light a fire on a cold, winter evening, but instead of peaceful flames, you’re met with smoke in your living space – and you need to know what to do about it. Well, there are actually many things that can cause airflow to be restricted or to...
by Joe Shear | Oct 24, 2022 | Fireplace Safety
Like many who enjoy lighting up cool, dusky evenings with the comfort of a cheery fire, you’ve probably considered how to do so as safely as possible. Yet, as the season famous for enjoying fires draws near, it’s a good idea to refresh yourself on fireplace safety. We...
by Joe Shear | Sep 21, 2022 | Chimney Swifts
Every spring and summer, aerial acrobats known as chimney swifts return to their breeding grounds in the eastern part of the country, ranging from here in New York, as far south as Arkansas and northern Florida. Once here, these beautiful creatures make their homes...
