by Mark Stoner | Sep 15, 2012 | Chimney Sweeping, Fire Safety
Every year, there are literally thousands of needless deaths caused by building fires. Sadly, many of these deaths are preventable with proper care and preventative maintenance in place. Creosote buildup is one of the major causes of home fires, and is something which...
by Mark Stoner | Jun 29, 2012 | Chimney Sweeping
How To Eliminate Dangerous Creosote When combustion takes place, there is always going to be part of the burn fuel that is left over in the form of gas. These unburned gases gather into a tarry, sticky substance that builds up on the walls of the chimney. This...
by Mark Stoner | Jun 21, 2012 | Chimney Sweeping
You have the responsibility of taking care of your chimney. You should be aware of the different things that need to be done on a regular basis to operate it properly. There are several ways to maintain your chimney, and one of these is to consult with a professional...
by Mark Stoner | Jun 4, 2012 | Chimney Sweeping
Do you want to know about the history of Chimney Sweeps? A brief online search can give you some great information about chimney sweeps. Before we go through their history, we must first know what a chimney sweep actually is. Chimney sweeps are the specialists that...
by Mark Stoner | Apr 21, 2012 | Chimney Sweeping
Long ago, it was believed that if storks started nesting in your chimneys they would bring good fortune to the homeowner. However, actually, the only luck these stork nests bring you is bad luck. Logically, any kind of blockage in your chimney is bad news. These...
by Mark Stoner | Sep 14, 2011 | Chimney Sweeping
Chimney cleanliness is very important to the health, warmth, and safety of your home. A quality chimney inspection can save you money and alert you to any possible problems your chimney may have that could result in a dangerous situation. The Chimney Safety Institute...