Category: Chimney Caps
Chimney Caps Prevent Animals in Chimneys
A chimney is a critical part of your home’s safety to vent out harmful smoke byproducts of a fire. Because it needs to have…
FAQs About Fireplace & Chimney Mold
Few things sound as terrifying to homeowners as mold. It invades your home and can cause damage to your property and your health! While…
When Do You Need a Chimney Cap Replacement?
Your chimney cap is a critical but often overlooked part of your fireplace and flue system. Without it, your home would be vulnerable to…
Is There Chirping in Your Chimney?
You don’t have to be human to enjoy the inviting warmth of a fireplace. In the cold of winter, the heat coming from…
How to Make Chimney Masonry Repairs That Last
When is the Best Time for Chimney Masonry Repair? Now! With warmer weather on its way, why should you be thinking about chimney inspection…
What’s That Chattering Sound? The Truth about Chimney Swifts
Have you ever tried to wrangle raccoons out of a chimney? Hopefully you haven’t had to do that, but for professional chimney sweeps it’s…
Top 5 Reasons You Have a Leaky Chimney
Leaking chimneys cause a whole host of problems, including rust, rotting, water stains, and, in severe cases, chimney collapse. There are several different factors…
Summertime Fireplace Maintenance Tips
The summer months bring the sun, outdoor activities, and balmy temperatures. The last thing a homeowner thinks about during hot summer days is their…
Help! There’s a Raccoon in the Chimney
Recently, the Doctor Flue team answered a service call from a homeowner in Birmingham, MI after she started hearing noises coming from her fireplace.…
Yikes! There’s a Critter in my Chimney!
As cooler weather approaches, you can expect critters to find ways into your home – which is certainly not ideal for any homeowner. It’s…
Chimney Caps Keep Out Critters
If you have a fireplace in your home, you may be wondering whether or not having a chimney cap, cover, or crown is really…