History of Santa Coming Down the Chimney
Most of us know that legends of Santa Claus have existed for centuries, whether he was known as Kris Kringle or St. Nicholas.
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Chimney Sweeping: A Complete Guide
The Origins of Chimney Sweeping Early History and the Need for Chimney Sweeping Chimney sweeping dates back to the 16th century, around the time when fireplaces became common in European homes. With this new form of indoor heating, it quickly became clear that chimneys needed regular cleaning to prevent dangerous blockages. Soot, ash, and creosote—a…
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Wood Burning Fireplace Inserts VS. Masonry Fireplaces
Masonry fireplaces have long been a fixture in many homes, providing warmth, ambiance, and a connection to tradition. Sitting by the fire creates lasting memories. This can happen during a warm family gathering on a winter night. It can also happen during a joyful holiday celebration. As homeowners think more about energy use, many are…
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Protecting your Home with Alarm Safety and Chimney Maintenance
National Fire Prevention Week 2024 As chimney experts at Midtown Chimney Sweeps, we take great pride in our role in preventing chimney fires and ensuring that homeowners can safely enjoy their fireplaces throughout the colder months. Let’s explore the importance of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and how to ensure they work for you. Fire…
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Winter is Coming: Is Your Chimney Ready?
As the crisp air of autumn rolls in, and the first hints of frost start creeping into the evenings, homeowners begin thinking about the warmth and comfort of a glowing fire. There’s nothing quite like the cozy ambiance of a crackling hearth during the cold months. However, before you get too comfortable lighting that first…
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How to Know If Your Fireplace Is Up to Code
It's vital to use a chimney or stove that follows the fireplace code and to regularly perform fireplace maintenance. This holds true whether you have a traditional fireplace, a wood-burning stove, or a gas fireplace.
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Chimney Integrity Testing
Chimney Integrity Testing- Will it work this time to protect U.S. Residential Chimneys? A new chimney sweep inspection tool from Europe was released in the United States chimney inspection market last month. Dave Sudworth from Mr Soot Training Center near Manchester, England came to Denver, Colorado in June 2024 to model the proper use of…
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Handwerk: Tools of the German Trade
By Byron Schramm, Founder, Midtown Chimney Sweeps So I’m in Germany on a family sabbatical studying chimney sweeping in Europe and I’m walking around what might be described as an Ace Hardware for chimney sweeps. It’s a brick-and-mortar tool and equipment store exclusively for the hearth industry. Stocked with brushes, rods and ropes, there’s everything…
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How to say Chimney Sweep in Italian
To stand in front of hundreds of adoring fans under a soft Italian sky is nothing short of surreal. And yet, while none of these people actually know my name, they definitely know who I am. I’m a chimney sweep. Better yet, a chimney sweep’s wife. Usually in the States, when I tell people what…
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3 Dangers of Skipping Chimney Cleaning
Chimneys are an important part of your home heating system, and they should be cleaned and inspected on a regular basis. Many people choose to skip these maintenance schedules, and that can lead to some serious dangers. Let’s discuss three of the biggest dangers associated with skipping chimney cleaning and chimney inspection – chimney fires,…
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