Here at Southern Chimney and Fireplace we are often asked “does my chimney need a cap?” The short answer is YES! all chimneys need some sort of cap to protect them. There are many different styles and names of chimney caps. Sometimes referred to a chimney topper, a flue cap, a hip cap, a chase cover, a shroud or chimney pot. We will simply just refer to them all as caps for this discussion. What does a cap do?? Well, it should keep out rain, leaves, animals and any other debris from the inside of your chimney. A good cap will also protect the top of the chimney or “crown” from deterioration. F ..read more

Why Is My Fireplace Not Heating My Home? For many of our customers in north Georgia and the western Carolinas who own a fireplace, the fireplace is functioning only as an aesthetic feature of their home. Some Southern Chimney Sweep customers enjoy the ambiance of a roaring fire but unfortunately have found that to keep a fire going to warm their home requires much effort, not to mention firewood. A fireplace customer will generally call with the complaint that their fireplace does not heat their home well and will go out quickly if not constantly fed with firewood. Why? The fireplace with an ..read more

There is no doubt that we are all watching what is happening in the news with the Corona Virus. Falling stocks, closing schools, and store shelves selling out as panic worry begin to set in. The instinct to prepare for uncertainty is something most of us have. However, some folks tend to wait until the last minute to get things in order. I, like many, have always had emergency food, funds, and firewood stored away…because you just never know. Watching the images of lines at grocery stores and shopping carts full of canned foods reminds me of people rushing out to buy milk and bread hours befor ..read more

Olympia Chimney Supply Facility Tour: Class A Chimney from a “Class A” Company When selecting a heating appliance to meet the needs of our customers, just as much consideration should be given to appropriate chimney lining and pipe. Southern Chimney Sweep exclusively uses Olympia Chimney products with our installations. We are 100% confident that they are simply the best on the market. Olympia’s Hybrid liners are crafted from a durable stainless alloy. Tight, corrugated seams diminish creosote buildup and withstand regular cleanings. Chimney liners are pre-insulated to help the chimney flue he ..read more

WILDRIDGE OUTDOOR FURNITURE Outdoor furniture is a staple of seasonal luxury. Wooden Patio sets have their authentic charms. However, something to note, the constant maintenance and deterioration of the product is time-consuming and costly. In fact, you may be considering switching out your current set. Wildridge has a spectrum of quality products, carrying a variety of colors, all with a sleek design. A key part of their operation? Wildridge furniture creates their furniture with Poly Lumber. WHAT IS POLY LUMBER? Poly lumber is composed of recycled plastic and is popularl ..read more

We are looking forward to warmer weather, spring cleaning, fresh scenery, and the occasional rain shower to cleanse the pollen off our car. With all the activity going on, the last thing we think about doing is starting a fire in 75-degree weather.  You have already had your flue swept, and it will lay dormant until crisp autumn mornings return. However, with the rain, comes the threat of water damage to your home. Here we have explained, “How With Spring Rain Comes A Leaky Chimney?” For most, a leaky chimney is a pesky inconvenience. Many think little of the consequences of a seemin ..read more

Call Southern Chimney Sweep for your North Georgia chimney service today! With summer coming to a close in North Georgia, scheduling your chimney service is something to think about! We now begin to look towards fall and cooler weather. This year, another colder than average winter is predicted. Be sure to have your firewood split and stacked in a dry place and have your chimney serviced as soon as possible. Many people want to wait until the cold weather hits before arranging to have their chimneys swept. Oftentimes, chimney cleaning companies are booked out a few weeks by then. So, be prepar ..read more

We at Southern Chimney Sweep want to remind everyone about the importance of annual dryer vent cleaning and inspection & how dryer vent services can prevent clothes dryer fires. Each year, many homes in north Georgia are lost because of dryer vent fires. Most of the fires could have been avoided with a regular dryer vent service. Watch this video to see how quickly a dryer fire can start. Southern Chimney Sweep is trained to properly clean and inspect your clothes dryer venting. Right now, we are running our once a year special! Please contact us today to take advantage of this limited-ti ..read more

Wood Heat & Self-Reliance I was talking to a man the other day who was considering purchasing a wood stove for his new home. I asked him if he had a good source of firewood, he smiled. He told me that firewood would not be a problem because his father had given away firewood to his children for years. I asked if he just cut more firewood than he needed and he told me that his father had a gas furnace for heat and had not used his fireplace for years. He just enjoys splitting wood. “That’s a first!”, I said. He laughed and told me that his father sees splitting firewood as good exercise. I ..read more