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Chimney caps are appliances that cover the top of a chimney, and they are designed to perform multiple functions. While there are definite benefits of a chimney cap, there are some problems that can arise with them. Preventing chimney leaks is the main benefit, and keeping water from getting into the chimney can alleviate water damage to the interior of your home. A chimney cap is a simple contraption, comprised of a small piece of metal or mesh that helps allow the right things to get out of the chimney, and keeps the wrong things from getting in. Making sure that the chimney cap is maintaine ..read more

Chimneys are an important home feature—find out when to have them checked and why. Before you own or rent a home, you can never truly understand just how much goes into routine home maintenance. All of the little things you take for granted as a kid rush up to meet you—and that means scheduling those routine checks to make sure everything in your house stays operational. Chimney inspections are one of the commonly overlooked inspections, but they are just as important as any other. In this post, we are breaking down what you need to know about getting your chimney checked. A Homeowner’s Guide ..read more

A clean chimney means a safer home. Using your fireplace causes buildup inside the chimney that if left untreated for too long, can cause fires and lead to more pollution. By scheduling regular cleaning with your chimney sweep in Roanoke, you can ensure a safer home for you family and an overall better experience from your fireplace and chimney. What Does a Chimney Sweep Do? This process is more than just cleaning the chimney. The process starts with a full inspection of the entire unit with a state-of-the-art video system. This is done to determine the amount of buildup, and to see if there i ..read more

Chimney crown? Chimney cap? What does it all mean? A significant number of homes have chimneys on them, but that doesn’t mean that most people are chimney experts. In fact, most people never really come into contact with their chimneys at all, which can make it difficult to understand when something is going wrong or needs to be replaced. Knowing the different parts of your chimney can help you to understand what is going on when you need a repair or replacement. In this post, we are going to discuss two prominent features of chimneys–the chimney crown and the chimney cap. An Inside Look at Ch ..read more

Chimneys allow us to enjoy warm fires inside–find out why regular inspections are so important. Regular home inspections help homeowners to keep their homes nice and functional. These minor inspections can help you to get ahead of maintenance, identify problems early on, and take action when necessary. On the list of home inspections is chimney inspections. In this article, we will discuss why you need a chimney inspection if you have a chimney in your home! Chimney Inspections: A Guide When most homeowners think of home inspections, they don’t often think of the chimney. However, this can be ..read more

Chimney sweeps have been around for hundreds of years—what does the job look like today? Most people are used to hearing the term chimney sweep used in older films and books, which is why so many people are surprised to learn that chimney sweeps are still around today. The modern chimney sweep is different than the kind of chimney sweep that you are probably used to seeing, but in many ways, they are still the same—just even more helpful. In this article, we will explain what a chimney sweep is and how they can help you today. What is a Chimney Sweep? A chimney sweep is someone who manages, ma ..read more

What is a Stove Pipe? Introduction Trying to figure out what kind of pipe you need to install for your fireplace, stove, or any other venting hearth appliance can be a daunting task.  The pipe needs to be a specific size in order to exhaust properly. You can’t mix different brands or metals or sizes. Plus, you need to make sure the pipe is fit for the type of fuel you’ll use. There are plenty of other rules like these that contribute to the difficulty in buying chimney pipes. Today’s post will help you become a bit more familiar with chimney pipes.  Note: Before we get started, y ..read more

What is a Pellet Vent Pipe? Introduction Trying to figure out what kind of pipe you need to install for your fireplace, stove, or any other venting hearth appliance can be a daunting task.  The pipe needs to be a specific size in order to exhaust properly. You can’t mix different brands or metals or sizes. Plus, you need to make sure the pipe is fit for the type of fuel you’ll use. There are plenty of other rules like these that contribute to the difficulty in buying chimney pipes. Today’s post will help you become a bit more familiar with chimney pipes.  Note: Before we get star ..read more

What is a Direct Vent Chimney? Introduction Trying to figure out what kind of pipe you need to install for your fireplace, stove, or any other venting hearth appliance can be a daunting task.  The pipe needs to be a specific size in order to exhaust properly. You can’t mix different brands or metals or sizes. Plus, you need to make sure the pipe is fit for the type of fuel you’ll use. There are plenty of other rules like these that contribute to the difficulty in buying chimney pipes. Today’s post will help you become a bit more familiar with chimney pipes.  Note: Before we get s ..read more