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It’s easy to get caught up in the enjoyment of cozy fires and everything involved in the holiday season, but Read more

In many cases there are things homeowners can do to remedy a fireplace that’s drafting inefficiently. And fortunately, it’s easy Read more

Now that the summer is here, chimney maintenance may be the furthest thing from your mind. Scheduling an annual chimney cleaning and inspection Read more

In the unlikely event your chimney is struck by lightning during a summer thunderstorm, the one thing you don’t want Read more

Think about your chimney and all its components right now.  Do you know the exact state of all these elements?  Read more

Older homes are a pleasure to live in because of their craftsmanship and character. One of the drawbacks to older homes is that Read more

Chimney crowns, the concrete coverings that sit on the tops of chimneys, are very durable and perform well for years.  Eventually, however, even the best-made structures Read more

Here in the Indianapolis area, we know all about cold winters.  If you’re building a new home here, you’ll thank yourself many times over if Read more

Now that spring is here, you may be ready to forget about your chimney until fall rolls around. Waiting until Read more

A clogged chimney is a dangerous chimney.  You may be able to determine if there’s an obstruction in your chimney, or you Read more