Chimney & Masonry Blog

While bug infestations in your home can be a nuisance during summer months, there are far more serious implications if infestations aren’t quickly...

There are few things in life that are as comforting as a crackling fire and curling up with your four-legged friend. But without the right safety...

Like any openings in your home, your chimney can allow in water — be it rain water, or melting snow. Regardless, water and dampness in your chimney...

Like so many products in today’s markets, fireplace and chimney supplies can be purchased at a variety of stores — both brick and mortar retailers...

It’s likely, if you live in a historic home, that you have a fireplace — whether you know it or not. As technology replaced antiquated fireplaces...

The importance of cleaning your chimney is immeasurable. Annual cleanings and inspections will give you peace of mind that your chimney is operating...

Overtime, fireplaces and chimneys can start to smell as they are routinely exposed to toxic and smelly gases emitted from hot, raging fires. While...

Fireplaces have long helped homeowners reduce their heating costs by warming their homes. In addition to the efficiencies, a fireplace can be a...

For many homeowners, the connection between the highest point in your home — your chimney — and the lowest — your basement — isn’t always clear. But...

Let’s talk about waterproofing. This preventative measure helps to prevent water seeping into your chimney and causing damage to your fireplace....