Category Archives: Chimney Inspection

4 Issues Commonly Requiring Chimney Repair in Southeast Michigan

No home can last without diligence towards maintenance. The same goes for your chimney. It helps you to know what to expect with your chimney so you can better understand the importance of regular inspections and cleanings. While every home is unique, there are a few commonplace issues that are the bulk of our chimney […]

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Your Home Chimney Inspection Checklist to Help Professionals Identify Fireplace Risks

If you plan to use your fireplace this season, you need to make sure it’s safe. The best way to check for safety is to schedule a professional inspection. In the meantime, you can use this checklist to identify if your chimney may have an obvious issue. Is Your Chimney Odor-Free? What’s that smell? If […]

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Fix Your Fireplace Draft & Keep Warm During the Winter

Are drafts from your fireplace giving you the chills? It may be another month until the calendar catches up with the weather but, like it or not, winter temperatures are here.  Let’s face it, the only time getting chills is good is while reading a suspense novel. Otherwise, getting the chills means you’re coming down […]

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It’s Chimney Safety Week: September 30 – October 6

This week is Chimney Safety Week! Temperatures are dropping as winter approaches, which means you’re nearing that very first fire of the season. Take this opportunity to consider the importance of chimney and fireplace safety before the chill creeps in! Read this quick guide to make sure you’re ready for winter! Schedule a Chimney Inspection […]

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Common Fireplace Problems that Affect Its Functionality

When winter rolls around here in Michigan, the weather gets unbearably frigid! Especially for those of us around Lenawee County, the last thing you want is to discover that your fireplace isn’t working correctly. Fortunately, many of the common fireplace problems are easily identified and often easily solved. Read on to learn about the most […]

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How to Close a Fireplace for Spring & Summer

When the days get longer and the weather begins to warm, your fireplace will likely see less and less use. The hottest months of spring and summer are on their way, and it’s important that you don’t simply ignore your fireplace without properly closing it. If you’re not sure how to close a fireplace for […]

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How to Avoid Winter Fire Hazards Around Your Chimney & Fireplace

Sitting comfortably by the fireside on a chilly winter night is as classic an experience as they come. But if you don’t use your fireplace correctly or maintain your chimney, it also introduces a major risk to your health and home. The most common winter fire hazards involving your fireplace are easily avoidable as long […]

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Cracked Chimney, Critters & Other Winter Chimney Risks

There’s nothing better than a roaring fire to fight away the winter chill. But while your fireplace is keeping you warm, it’s struggling against the cold too! Frigid weather is tough on masonry, which means you may end up with a cracked chimney – or worse. When you’re done enjoying the comfort of your fire, […]

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Don’t Leave Your Chimney Blocked with Debris!

Your chimney is a necessary part of safely operating your fireplace. Without it, smoke and byproducts from combustion would have no place to go! But when you have a chimney blocked with debris, it can trap exhaust in your home and put your safety in jeopardy.  Every homeowner should know how to identify the signs of […]

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What Causes Fireplace Back-Puffing? How Can I Prevent It?

There are few things as relaxing as sitting next to roaring fire. That is, of course, assuming you aren’t startled by a sudden, audible bang with a cloud of soot and smoke filling your room. If you’ve never experienced this, count yourself lucky! Whenever your appliances – from fireplaces to stoves – push their smoke […]

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