Every year, there are thousands of house fires that start due to the fireplace or chimney. While not all of them do catastrophic damage, they add up to millions of dollars’ worth of property damage every year. Thankfully, there are numerous ways that homeowners can act to prevent chimney fires at their homes through practicing [...]

As a real estate agent, you are a great resource for every one of the buyers and sellers that you work with. The more that you understand about the houses that you are seeing every day, the easier it will be for you to provide everyone with an excellent experience. Here are some of the [...]

When many homeowners think about energy efficiency, they are thinking about their conventional HVAC system. However, your fireplace also plays a big part in the energy efficiency of your home. There are many simple ways to improve the efficiency of your fireplace and make the most out of your chimney. Close the Damper A chimney [...]

Many real estate agents understand the importance of home inspections for their clients. These represent a prime opportunity for finding issues with the home before your buyer is living in it and responsible for paying for repairs on their own. Unfortunately, some still do not understand the importance of a separate chimney inspection. Just like [...]

Your fireplace adds beautiful warmth and ambiance to your home, but only if it is properly maintained and not a hazard to you. Whether you moved into a new home and you are concerned about how old the fireplace is or you’ve been living in the same place for decades and finally want to upgrade [...]

Every buyer is attracted to different amenities, which is why some of your clients look specifically for houses with pools and others immediately rule out any property with a pool. However, some features are almost universally beloved, like the fireplace. Do fireplaces add value to a property? Here’s what every real estate agent should know! [...]

Between spring rains and summer storms, you might notice moisture accumulating in your chimney. A leak in your chimney is not just a minor issue, as it can indicate severe structural issues that should be addressed as soon as possible. Masonry chimneys can last for many decades, but only with the proper care. Here are [...]

When your clients are getting ready to list their homes on the market, there are many different parts of the home that need to be inspected. One of the most important things is the chimney. As a real estate agent, you aren’t expected to be performing these inspections, but it’s a good idea to have [...]

You might not see the air ducts in your home, but they play a critical role in moving heated and cold air throughout the property. When your ducts are clean and in good condition, you will enjoy fresh air and minimal indoor allergy symptoms. However, over the years, your ducts will naturally accumulate mold, dust, [...]

Most homebuyers want to purchase properties that don’t need urgent work done, which is why it’s so common to ask about the roofing material and the installation date. Slate roofing is unique for a few reasons—clients might be less familiar with it, it only needs to be installed once a century, and it has many [...]