The Importance Of Chimney Inspections
Now that spring is here and summer is just around the corner, the tasks around the house have built up from a long, hard winter. We often ask ourselves, “Do I need to get a chimney inspection this year?” You’ve done the once-over and looked at the chimney. You’ve cleaned out old ash and spent... Read more
Summer Storm Damage
Summer storms can be destructive, causing extensive property damage, and New Jersey is no exception. These storms can leave your chimney worse for wear. Why is that important? Read on to find out. Has a Summer Storm Damaged Your Chimney? If you suspect a summer storm has damaged your chimney, you may notice signs of... Read more
Keep an Eye on Your Chimney Crown
Chimney crowns are concrete slabs that cover the entire top of a masonry chimney minus the flue opening. Because of their location, they’re never seen unless someone is up on the roof. But your chimney crown performs a very important job, so it’s in your best interests to inspect it yourself or schedule an annual... Read more
Why Flashing Is Critical For Your Chimney
There are so many parts of a chimney. There are so many that it is hard to keep track of what is more important than others. This brings up the question: Is the flashing critical for your chimney? Before we can tackle that question, we have to know what the flashing is. What is a... Read more
Do I Need to Insulate My Chimney Liner?
Your chimney liner and insulation are probably not a combination you’ve ever considered, but you should. A house is insulated, so why not have a chimney liner? There are some practical reasons for insulating your chimney liner, such as being unable to heat your house in the middle of the icy winter months. An insulated... Read more
Reasons Your Fireplace Smells Bad
Do you have a terrible odor coming from your fireplace? Does it make the whole house smell awful? You’re probably wondering what is causing the horrible smell from your fireplace. Unfortunately, when your fireplace smells, all the possible causes can be an issue. The reasons for the smells in your fireplace can range from problematic... Read more
Convert Your Wood Fireplace to Gas
After owning a wood-burning fireplace, you may be in a position where you just don’t want to deal with the tasks that come with owning one. However, you don’t want to give up the warmth and ambiance. Do you still like having a fireplace in your home? However, you would prefer to just turn a... Read more
Does Your Chimney Smell?
That’s actually not the best question. The best question is: Does your chimney smell so bad that it’s making living in your house a miserable experience? All chimneys have some odors, but major odor problems need to be looked into. Mercer County Chimney Services of Hamilton, NJ, has a few solutions for your smelly chimney.... Read more
Do You Know How to Properly Use Your Damper?
Do you know how to properly use your damper? Do you know what a damper is? Each time you use your fireplace; you open a damper when a fire is lit and close it when it is out. If you are like most people, you don’t think any more of it. You should. Understanding and... Read more
Chimney Sweep Vs. Inspection: Is there a difference?
Yes, there sure is. Both are needed. Both will allow your fireplace to give you years of enjoying the cozy warmth of your fireplace. What Are The Benefits Of A Chimney Sweep and Inspection? Prevent fires. Find hidden issues. Improve efficiency. Increase the life of the flue liner. Get professional advice. Save money in the... Read more