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 … Read more about It’s Time for Fall Chimney Maintenance
Chimney Maintenance
Water Leaks Can Come from a Variety of Chimney Issues
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 … Read more about Water Leaks Can Come from a Variety of Chimney Issues
Maintaining Your Fireplace for Optimal Performance
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. … Read more about Maintaining Your Fireplace for Optimal Performance
Damaged Chimney Flashing Can Cause Leaks
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 … Read more about Damaged Chimney Flashing Can Cause Leaks
What Is That Smell Coming from My Chimney?
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 … Read more about What Is That Smell Coming from My Chimney?