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...
by Joe Shear | Jul 30, 2021 | annual chimney inspection, Chimney Maintenance, Fire Awareness
Fireplaces are designed to safely contain a wood-fueled fire, while, at the same time, heating your home. Chimneys are designed to expel the substances—smoke, water vapor, gases, etc.—produced from your wood fire. As these substances are ushered up and out of your...
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...
