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Fireplace designs vary depending on the styling of the home’s interior and layout. Owners might opt for a large stone-faced hearth, be free-standing or boast a more traditional mantle scheme. While these spaces can add to the coziness and charm of any home, keeping them clean is essential to maintain their picture perfect appeal. This…
When you think about the parts of your home that has to be maintained, usually think about your appliances, your electrical system, your heater, and your plumbing system. Unfortunately, many people overlook the importance of chimney cleaning. When it comes to Iowa chimney cleaning, there are a lot of common myths that people believe. It…
If you notice that your chimney is beginning to deteriorate but the bricks are still good, chimney repointing may be the right solution. Chimney repointing (called tuckpointing sometimes) is the process of replacing the outer part of the mortar that holds the bricks of the chimney in place. In other words, it is the process…
One of the most vulnerable parts of your roof is your chimney, which is different in design from the rest of the roof structure, magnifying its risk to the rest of your roof.
Before winter hits, it’s a good idea to have winter chimney maintenance performed. When the weather changes, the cold temperatures can have a negative effect on the masonry.
When you are trying to figure out how to efficiently deal with the critters that have made their home in your chimney, consider using humane animal removal services.
According to the nonprofit organization, Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), knowing the condition of your chimney is important, as it will keep a fire from developing. For example, creosote deposits, a black flaky residue, which accumulates in neglected chimneys is highly combustible. If it ignites, it can destroy the structure of the building, as…
Your dryer uses heat to get your clothes dry, but it shouldn’t make your home feel warmer. If you’ve noticed that your home gets hotter when your dryer is on, that means it’s time to clean the vents. Learn more about dryer hazards that can occur when you have clogged vents and how you can…
Keeping your chimney clean and in good condition helps ensure that you’re able to use it safely. Having a clean chimney is also an important part of making sure your insurance company covers any damage that occurs if you have a chimney fire. Since cleaning your chimney on your own can be dangerous, it’s best…
Chimneys take a lot of abuse. They’re built from brick or stone to be durable and solid because they have to be. Your chimney is constantly exposed to the elements year-round, enduring extremes of heat and cold, the deteriorating effects of UV rays from the sun, and high winds.