Chimneys are an essential part of your home’s heating and ventilation system, ensuring safety and efficiency during colder months. For those that routinely use their chimney for heat or ambiance, then regular cleaning is vital to maintaining its functionality and the safety of your family. However, unfortunately, the chimney industry has its share of unscrupulous…
If you are like most homeowners, then you think of your chimney as a heating source or simply to set the mood in the winter and fall. The sound of crackling wood on a cold, chilly weekend evokes memories in many of us. Chimneys do play a vital role in the heating (and ventilation) of…
Common Chimney Sweep Scams and How to Avoid Them Chimney sweeps play a critical role in maintaining the safety and efficiency of fireplaces and heating systems. Unfortunately, the lack of strict industry regulations means scammers look to take advantage of unknowing homeowners. For example, common chimney sweep scams often target homeowners with misleading promises and…