by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Chimney Maintenance
Make Chimney Maintenance Your First Step to Enjoying the Cooler Months Fall signals sadness for some folks because it marks the end of summer pool parties, barbecues, and weekends at the lake water skiing and boating. But it also ushers in a new beginning of fun: high school football games, hay rides, and times to […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Dealing with Historic Chimneys
If you are looking to buy a historic home, you most likely know how much restoration work could be involved; however, not all historic home buyers realize the exact amount of work required to restore a chimney. Many of these home buyers think that the chimney simply needs masonry work to repair deteriorated bricks and […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Fireplaces
Not every fireplace is exactly the same, and knowing what type of fireplace you have in your home can help you properly take care of it. It is also important to know the differences between types of fireplaces if you are considering adding a new fireplace to your home or planning to build a new […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Chimney Maintenance
Water is so damaging that the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) has called it the greatest enemy of masonry chimneys. Preventing chimney water leaks is one of the biggest maintenance responsibilities for homeowners, and Olde Towne Chimney & Fireplace Sales specializes in helping the residents of Louisville keep water out of their chimneys. However, […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Fire Pit
Looking for the perfect touch to add to your backyard living space? Consider installing a fire pit to your patio. Olde Towne Chimney & Fireplace Sales specializes in creating a beautiful focal point in your backyard with a wide variety of fire pits. We are proud to carry well-known name brands such as Napoleon, American […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Getting brand new chimney liners
Your chimney and venting system consists of several important components that need to be in good condition in order for the system to work safely and efficiently. One essential component is the chimney liner, which has several functions. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), chimney liners keep the combustible parts of homes […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Gas Appliance Service
When you have a gas-fueled heating appliance, you are able to enjoy a warm fire without having to deal with the chores that are necessary with a wood-burning fireplace. You can even start the fire by pushing a button on a remote control from your couch! However, just because your gas fireplace, insert, stove, or […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Chimney Maintenance
With the arrival of spring and warm weather, fireplace season has come to an end. When making your spring cleaning to-do list this year, you should include cleaning up your fireplace. A few simple maintenance tasks performed in the spring will ensure your fireplace will be ready to use in the fall. While you will […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Chimney Maintenance, Destroyed Chimney Flashing
Protecting your chimney from water penetration damage is one of the most important things you can do as a homeowner to prolong the life of your chimney. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) even says that water is the biggest enemy of masonry chimneys because of the extensive and expensive damage it can do. […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Gas Appliance Service
If your family enjoys grilling and eating outdoors, you may want to consider adding an outdoor kitchen to your outdoor living space. When you have a complete kitchen outside, you are able to spend all of your time outside with your family and friends while you cook. You know how popular the kitchen in your […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Chimney Maintenance
As the weather gets warmer and more humid, you may start to notice unpleasant odors coming from your chimney through the fireplace, especially if you have not had your annual professional chimney sweeping performed as of yet. Several different things can be causing these stinky smells inside your chimney, and Olde Towne Chimney & Fireplace […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Gas Appliance Service
Now that warmer weather has arrived here in the Louisville area, it is time to start cooking outside. You may know that Olde Towne Chimney & Fireplace Sales designs and installs outdoor kitchens that feature built-in gas grills, but we also sell stand-alone and pedestal gas grills. Whether you are looking for a built-in or […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Chimney Maintenance
Have you heard the birds chirping? Have you seen the daffodils sprouting? We sure have at Olde Towne Chimney & Fireplace Sales, and we are very excited about the arrival of spring. For many people, spring is the time to do some major cleaning to your home. If you are getting ready to start your […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Wood fireplace insert advantages
You love everything about your traditional masonry fireplace except for its lack of heating efficiency. Although you enjoy sitting by the crackling wood fire and smelling the scent of burning wood, you are tired of your heating bills increasing each winter. Unfortunately, most of the heat produced in your older fireplace is going out the […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: Chimney Maintenance
In the Louisville and Southern Indiana area, we can see some harsh winter weather, including multiple snow and ice storms. You may have experienced some type of home damage during one of these storms, and your masonry chimney can suffer quite a bit of deterioration. A lot of this damage occurs to the exterior of […]
by Tony Tayler No comments Filed Under: The hazards of carbon monoxide
National fire safety organizations such as the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommend that you have your chimney swept and inspected every year for important reasons. Maintaining your fireplace and chimney is crucial to prevent hazardous situations, including chimney fires and carbon monoxide leaks. Olde Towne Chimney […]
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