Invest In Chimney Cleanings For A Safer Home

by | Feb 15, 2019 | Chimney Sweeping

Chimney fires are one of the worst things that can happen to your chimney. They cause a lot of damage, and they make your system very unsafe. In fact, over 20,000 house fires occur every single year due to causes related to chimney fires. Fortunately, we can work...

Pellet & Gas Stoves & Fireplaces

by | Jan 31, 2019 | Fireplace Fuel

Craving the ambiance and warmth of a crackling fire, but don’t want to mess around with hauling and storing wood? Well, there are other options out there for you! Wood-burning units are great for some, but others want something easier. Don’t want to worry about...

Schedule An Air Duct Cleaning This Winter

by | Jan 14, 2019 | Air Ducts Cleaning

Many people tend to stay indoors to avoid the cold weather during the winter. If harsh winds are blowing and snow is falling, staying inside with loved ones is one of the best ways to spend the day! That is, if the air inside is clean and venting properly. However,...

Negative Pressure In Your Home

by | Dec 14, 2018 | Chimney Draft

When it comes to getting the most from your chimney and fireplace, proper airflow is vital. Unfortunately, a lot of things can affect the draft in your system, and negative house pressure is one of them. If you’re concerned about negative pressure in your home, then...

Have You Had Your Chimney Swept This Year?

by | Nov 10, 2018 | Chimney Sweeping

The CSIA and the NFPA both recommend investing in annual chimney maintenance to ensure your system is always functioning safely and efficiently. Scheduling sweepings and inspections isn’t a hard task, but finding a company to trust can be! Fortunately for homeowners...

Firewood BTU Chart

by | Mar 3, 2016 | Uncategorized

  Species BTU’s per cord Shagbark Hickory 24,600 Black Locust 24,600 Ironwood (Hardback) 24,100 Apple 23,877 Rock Elm 23,488 White Oak 22,700 Beech 21,800 Yellow Birch 21,300 Sugar Maple 21,300 Red Oak 21,300 White Ash 20,000 Black Walnut 19,500 White Birch...

Energy Efficient Home Ventilation Issues

by | Mar 3, 2016 | Uncategorized

In the mid-1970’s new houses were constructed and were advertised as being energy efficient. This trend has grown to the present. Now the houses are so energy efficient that some people boast of $300 yearly fuel bills. Building an energy efficient home really meant...

Prevent Dryer Vent Fires

by | Mar 3, 2016 | Uncategorized

  Clean the lint screen/filter before or after drying each load of clothes. If clothing is still damp at the end of a typical drying cycle or drying requires longer times than normal, this may be a sign that the lint screen or the exhaust duct is blocked. Clean...