Are you seeking a chimney sweep service because you just purchased a house with a fireplace? Or is your current fireplace neglected and in need of care? There may be a number of reasons you are seeking a chimney sweep service, but what is important is hiring the best chimney sweep. How do you determine... Read more

If you use your fireplace frequently, you are probably familiar with opening and shutting the damper in your chimney and with the structure of your chimney, including the flue. But do you know about your chimney flashing? You may be asking, what are the benefits of chimney flashing? Chimney flashing is vital not only to... Read more

You might think that since your chimney isn’t in use in the summertime, there is nothing to worry about. On the contrary, there is quite a list of common chimney problems in the summer. The professional chimney sweeps at Mercer County Chimney Service know the potential issues that can occur during the off-season. Promptly tending... Read more

Storms are more frequent in summer, but they have been known to happen any time of year in New Jersey. Cold fronts can often be as damaging as a tropical storm. Both types of weather can leave your chimney in bad shape. Do you suspect that a storm damaged your chimney? If yes, addressing storm... Read more

If you haven’t called on Mercer County Chimney Service for your annual inspection and chimney sweep in the past, now is the time to do it. You can’t know what issues your chimney has until you inspect it. There are some visual signs, and we will discuss that below, but the best way to keep... Read more

Chimneys appear to be robust structures, but they are vulnerable to moisture like Superman is to kryptonite. Did you know that even humidity and your chimney are a bad combination? Any number of issues may create a humid environment inside your chimney. The possible effects of humidity include mold growth and a stinky fireplace. Nothing... Read more

Do you own a home over fifty years old or older and have a fireplace? Have you noticed if your chimney is corbeled? If you don’t know what that is, here is a guide to chimney corbeling and what you need to know. It’s more than just a funny-sounding term, and it should only be... Read more

If you don’t know the ins and outs of your chimney and fireplace system, you’re not alone. Many homeowners don’t know much about the more intricate details of their chimneys components or why it’s so vital to have them checked regularly. When any part of your chimney or fireplace is damaged, missing, or deteriorating it... Read more

When using your fireplace, it is bound to create byproducts from the wood and smoke that can build up over time in your flue. As the soot builds it becomes creosote which can be very difficult to remove and dangerous to leave in the flue. Not only can creosote create a blockage in your chimney,... Read more

Leaning chimney can be very dangerous. This indicates a more serious issue that could be related to your house’s structure or foundation. Although this may not always be the case it is the most likely cause of a leaning chimney. Let’s discuss what may cause leaning in chimneys, the risks, and how you can fix... Read more