Spring clean your chimney now to avoid delays later
Spring clean your chimney now to avoid delays later Spring is the best time to give your fireplace some attention and prepare it for next winter. With warmer temperatures already taking hold — and even warmer temperatures on the way — it’s likely your fire-building days are over for another season. Now, you can turn your attention […]
The Ugly Truth about Dryer Vents and Chimneys
The Ugly Truth about Dryer Vents and Chimneys This information is especially important when living or managing apartments or condos. Chimneys and dryer vents are a mystery to many homeowners and even experienced contractors. Both vent flammable or toxic gases to the exterior of your home, and both are horribly ignored. This information is especially important […]
Costly Dryer Vent Fires are Preventable
Costly Dryer Vent Fires are Preventable Has a professional ever cleaned your dryer vent? Clogged dryer vents are one of the top causes of home fires. Is your dryer running slower than usual? Are your clothes damp after running the dryer on high heat? Is there a musty smell in your home when you run your […]
4 Ways to Increase Home Energy Efficiency with Your Fireplace
4 Ways to Increase Home Energy Efficiency with Your Fireplace Making sure your chimney is in good working order, and using the right fuel for your fire plays a key role in increasing home energy efficiency by reducing your dependence on your furnace during cold winter months. A thorough chimney cleaning and inspection also helps, making […]
Ask the Right Questions, Get Peace of Mind
Ask the Right Questions, Get Peace of Mind Like many things done only once a year, many homeowners struggle with knowing the right questions to ask when vetting a chimney cleaning service. And that often includes homeowners in Gansvoort, Glens Falls, Ballston Spa and the surrounding areas. But knowing what to ask of a chimney cleaning […]
What You Can Do to Prevent a Chimney Fire
We are dedicated to preventing chimney fires in the homes of our customers by having trained technicians inspect your chimney system. This is the number one way to keep your home safe when using your wood stove, fireplace, or even a gas fireplace appliance. However, while our team of professionals is happy to help, there […]
Protect Your Home by Installing a Chimney Liner
Protect Your Home by Installing a Chimney Liner Installing a chimney liner is an important step in protecting the masonry of your chimney and keeping your home safe from combustibles catching fire around your chimney. And if you don’t already have one, a chimney liner helps increase efficiency by increasing draft and reducing the amount of […]
How to Maximize Efficiencies with your Fireplace
How to Maximize Efficiencies with your Fireplace Your chimney offers a warm and inviting ambiance for you, your family and your guests. And with proper maintenance and upkeep, your fireplace will operate efficiently for years, providing warmth and potentially offsetting your high winter heating bills. Whether in Saratoga Springs, Queensbury, Clifton Park, Albany, Schenectady or any […]
