Good news for those who are thinking of replacing their older wood or pellet heaters, stoves, or fireplaces in Southern California! It’s no secret that older wood and pellet heaters, stoves and fireplaces are of much lower efficiency than newer zero-clearance models. Southern Californians are increasingly aware of the negative impacts these older appliances and fireplace systems have on the environment. In fact, these are now widely known to be a contributing cause of poor air quality – both outdoors and indoors – and people living in areas such as Los Angeles that are already under higher sm ..read more

You will be thankful you followed this often repeated – but far too often ignored – advice on making sure your Thanksgiving holiday decorations do not pose safety concerns through increased risks of fire hazards. Fall is a very busy time of year for fireplace and chimney professionals, and as we are out there carrying out inspections and repair visits throughout South California we see so many stunning holiday decorations of all types. Generally, fireplaces are a focal point of our Thanksgiving decor as it creates that cozy gathering area hich is perfect for a festive ambiance. The fact of t ..read more

We would like to express our immense gratitude to all who’ve taken the time from your busy lives to share their experience on Yelp. Now it’s our turn to take a moment to thank you! We’ve gathered 108 reviews and achieved a shiny 5 star rating, which made us recipients of the “People Love Us On Yelp” 2017 Award. We’re over the moon! Each positive feedback really makes our day. It puts a smile on everybody’s face at the office and gives a boost to all our fearless techs, often up on roofs or in tight chimney crawl spaces. We all work closely together to pr ..read more

Welcome to a brand new year, Los Angeles! Now that the holidays are wrapped up, we try to settle back into our routines and honor new resolutions. Nothing better than a cozy fireplace to burn off the post-holiday blues and comfort you during the colder months, true? After weeks of festivities, it’s normal to have leftover party items around the house: Gift boxes, ribbons, wrapping paper, decorations, fruit cake… And some may think tossing these random odds and ends in the fireplace is a quick and convenient way to make the Christmas clutter disappear. Please remember, your ..read more

Fireplace Chimney Repair Beverly Hills California Basics 101 Home chimneys are generally divided into site-built masonry chimneys and factory-built chimneys. For a homeowner this fact may not be of great import. You  just want your fireplace to work and be safe.  You can hire a company to provide repairs. But before, it is advisable for a homeowner to know at least have a basis in the language of repairs. A good place to start is with regulations that guide safety in any fireplace chimney repair Beverly Hills California. Fireplace Chimney Repair – NFPA211 NFPA211 is the organization ..read more

Chimneys are a tempting prospect for animals: They are warm, dark, sheltered spaces that can seem ideal for nesting or for a nap. Birds, squirrels, raccoons and bats are common chimney visitors, and once inside, they can cause serious problems. Animals in your chimney can introduce disease and pests, like fleas, into your home. Some animals — most notably squirrels — can make their way past your damper and into your home. Once inside, they can damage your home and your furniture, and cause general mayhem. Animal nests and trapped animals can cause blockages in your chimney that can pose a fire ..read more

You know how important it is to have your chimney swept and inspected annually: Doing so keeps your chimney free from dangerous creosote and ensures that there aren’t any problems with your chimney’s structure. With everything you have to do in a year, it can be difficult to remember to schedule your annual chimney service. That’s why we recommend forward scheduling your annual chimney services. What is forward scheduling? Simply put, forward scheduling is scheduling your chimney service in advance. You know that you’ll need to have your chimney cleaned and inspected each year between the end ..read more

As the fire-burning season comes to an end, now is the perfect time to plan for any fireplace or chimney repairs. Planning fireplace or chimney repairs over the warm spring and summer months means your fireplace won’t be out of commission when you want to use it, and you’ll have it ready to go for the fall. So what are some repairs you should be thinking about this spring? Masonry cracks Repairing masonry cracks ranks as one of the top repairs for fireplaces and chimneys. When your fireplace and chimney are constructed entirely out of masonry materials, cracks — from the firebox to the flue to ..read more