Tag: Chimney Inspection
What Causes a Leaning Chimney? Is My Home at Risk?
Your chimney weighs thousands of pounds. So, when it starts doing an uncanny impression of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, you don’t want to…
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…
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!…
What Is Creosote & What Makes Creosote Dangerous?
Temperatures are dropping and many homeowners are starting to think about their fireplaces for the cold season. But if they haven’t had their chimney…
Don’t Let Chimney & Fireplace Mold Harm Your Health & Home!
Every homeowner has heard horror stories about finding mold in a home. While these stories are often true, they tend to suggest that mold…
What’s Required to Obtain Chimney Sweep Certification?
When it comes to finding the right person to work on your fireplace or chimney, do you know what to look for? Online reviews…
Seal Your Fireplace/Chimney to Prevent Energy Loss & Save Money
The cozy, wood-burning fireplace in your home could be melting away your family’s budget. It’s estimated that American households lose up to 6…
Don’t Fall Victim to Fireplace Carbon Monoxide Poisoning!
Carbon monoxide gas: You can’t see it, smell it, or taste it – but it can kill you, silently and with little warning. Each…
Can My Home Have Multiple Chimney Flues?
If you have more than one fireplace, you may have wondered if everything is connected to the same flue. Doctor Flue has the answer!…
What to Expect During a Chimney Inspection and Cleaning
Did you know that homeowners in the US lose more than $200 million each year due to unsafe chimneys? Don’t let your chimney to…
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…
Don’t Forget Your Fall Chimney Inspection
It’s that time again: time to get your chimney inspected! An annual chimney inspection helps to reduce the chance of a chimney fire, by…