The right chimney sweep will skillfully remove dangerous creosote buildup from your chimney, carefully inspect for structural damage and be punctual and skilled. However, finding that amazing chimney sweep might feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. When searching for the perfect chimney sweep for your home, here is what you need to [...]
While April showers have already given way to May flowers, this month has proven to be filled with damp weekends and drizzling afternoons. Chimneys need extra TLC during extended periods of rain, snow and ice. Skipping out on critical spring and summer chimney maintenance could spell disaster at home showings and during the home inspection. [...]
Gutter cleaning is one of the least glamorous but most important outdoor chores for homeowners. Without regular gutter cleanings, serious problems like blocked downpipes and flooding can occur. If you have been a little too relaxed about scheduling your gutter cleaning, you might be noticing some of these signs already. Now is the perfect time [...]
Most homeowners automatically clean out the lint trap after every load of laundry, but there is more lint hiding in the vents leading from the dryer to the outside of the home. When was the last time the homeowner cleaned those? The answer is probably “maybe a few years ago.” In reality, dryer vents must [...]
April is here, and along with it comes all of the associated April showers that make May flowers so lovely. Did you know that your chimney needs extra care during periods of snow, ice and rain? Depending on your chimney’s material, design and construction, there are numerous precautions you should take to keep unwanted moisture [...]
While a chimney cap is an important part of your chimney system, not every homeowner has one installed. If you don’t currently have a chimney cap, here are some of the reasons why you should consider having one added. Chimney Caps Reduce Moisture Chimney caps prevent water from entering your chimney. Over time, rainwater can [...]
Before placing a home on the market, it’s a great idea to have the dryer vents cleaned. Unfortunately, many home sellers attempt to cut corners where they can and try to tackle dryer vent cleanings alone. Cleaning kits often trick homeowners into thinking the job is done when large amounts of lint come out, but [...]
Plenty of homeowners acknowledge the importance of cleaning dryer vents, but don’t want to make an investment in professional dryer vent cleaning. Cleaning kits available in the hardware store might seem to do the trick, but do not approach the results of a professional cleaning. Why is it dangerous to DIY your dryer vent cleaning? [...]
Are you listing any vacant homes this winter? If you are, now is the time to make sure that they have been properly winterized. If you don’t winterize the home, significant damages could occur and lower the property value as a result. What Can Happen Without Proper Winterization? When homes are occupied by residents, [...]
Staying warm during the winter could mean piling on blankets, slipping on socks or huddling on the couch in front of a space heater, but for many people, it means lighting up the fireplace. Before you get cozy, refresh your fireplace safety knowledge with these simple tips. Is Your Chimney Clean? Before you worry about [...]
