Cold drafts are a problem many people face with their fireplace. Your fireplace is meant to provide heat for your space and draft issues can get in the way of your fireplace performing that function. Typically, draft issues are caused by a malfunction, missing, or broken chimney component or improper damper use. Let’s talk about... Read more

Dampers are an essential component of a fireplace, but you may not consider them, until they break and you can’t use your fireplace. So, how can you keep your damper from becoming a headache? We have the solution to the damper dilemma- signs that your fireplace damper needs repair. Read on. What Exactly is a... Read more

Fireplace and chimney repairs can be costly, but they don’t have to be. Keeping up with routine maintenance and service can help save you a ton of money in the long run. We’ve put together a few tips and tricks for avoiding major repairs and stopping serious damage before it gets out of hand. Keep... Read more

So, you want to include a fireplace in your home. You and your family are trying to make an educated decision. What type of fireplace do you want installed? You have narrowed it down to gas burning vs wood burning.  Our technicians at Mercer County Chimney Services are experienced in both. We will be happy... Read more

Since we are in the grip of winter, you have probably been enjoying using your furnace and its supply of warm air. As you use your furnace, you need to be mindful of how you take care of your furnace. Why? Because it is crucial to its longevity and the safety of your home. Let’s... Read more

Your fireplace is a great source of ambiance and heat during those chilly winter nights, but have you ever noticed a strange odor coming from your fireplace? Perhaps this smell occurs right after burning a fire or only after rainy days. Mercer County Chimney would like to help you discover what could be causing that... Read more

If you own a fireplace or a wood-burning stove, you have heard the word creosote. But did you know that there are different classifications of creosote? You have heard that it is a toxic substance. It is produced when you burn wood in your fireplace. It is a tar-like substance that sticks to the sides... Read more

It’s winter, and you are enjoying the warmth and comfort your fireplace provides. So, as you are curled up with family, maybe your pets in front of the fireplace, there is more than meets the eye. Your chimney could be leaking, and that is something that can’t be ignored. Why? Because there can be extensive... Read more

There’s something about owning and using a fireplace you can’t get with other heating systems. And while furnaces, radiant heating, and heat pumps may be more efficient and easier to use, they can’t deliver the nostalgia and feelings you get with a crackling fire. However, fireplaces come with risks, specifically chimney fires, and in this... Read more

In today’s climate, everyone seeks methods to maintain their health. This pertains to dietary choices, the fuel used in vehicles, and even the type of fireplace one should consider owning. The health and well-being of your family is of the utmost importance. If you can make a difference, then why not? A fireplace is one... Read more