Local Chimney Services

Many homes with masonry chimneys in Middletown and throughout the Hudson River Valley region were built in the early 19th century when chimney construction standards were much different than they are today. As a result, many of these homes with older chimneys have smoke chambers built with corbelled brick, a standard practice at the time.... Read more

Chimneys offer ideal shelter for a variety of smaller animals. That’s good for the animals but bad for you, the homeowner. Animals inside your chimney can cause several potentially serious problems. Here’s what you need to know about this issue and how to prevent it. The types of animals that hang out in chimneys Depending... Read more

For many homeowners throughout the Hudson Valley, nothing makes a home feel warm or inviting than a stunning fireplace. During the winter months, when the grounds are covered in a white blanket, the crackling flames is keeping everyone warm and cozy inside. Here are a few things homeowners should know about gas and wood-burning fireplaces,... Read more

Fire pits are a popular outdoor feature for entertaining family and friends in the backyard.  As the number of homeowners enjoying backyard recreational fires is growing, so too the number of accidents. In 2017, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recorded more than 5,300 injuries due to fire pits and outdoor heaters, a 300 percent... Read more

After the burning season, it’s not a good idea to just let your fireplace sit there as-is throughout the spring and summer months. There are certain tasks such as chimney cleanings and inspections that should be done after using your fireplace all winter. Here are six of the most important. Schedule a chimney and fireplace... Read more

Chimneys are not just venting your wood-burning or gas fireplace. Many homes in the Hudson Valley area have multiple heating appliances, like a gas water heater, furnace, or boiler that are also venting in the chimney to expel harmful fumes such as carbon monoxide (CO).  Routine maintenance, including annual chimney inspections and cleaning, is essential... Read more

Fireplaces are nice amenities, whether or not you’re planning to sell your home in the near future. If you are planning to sell, a working fireplace with a classic design along with a mantel can add up to $12,000 to your sale price, according to the National Association of Realtors. Naturally, the exact dollar amount... Read more

When was the last time your chimney or fireplace was serviced? The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends homeowners have annual chimney inspections and cleaning when necessary to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the chimney and fireplace.  However, many homeowners often wonder when they should clean the chimney. If you notice one or... Read more

Nothing’s as comforting as a warm fire on a cold night, and few things are as aggravating as a leaky chimney, which could put an end to your warm fireplace fires. Damaged chimneys often leak, and when the damage is severe, it can become unsafe to use the fireplace. Let’s look at how we approach... Read more

Many homeowners are surprised to discover that when it’s raining outside, it is also raining inside their chimney. As the cold and icy weather blanketed the Hudson River Valley region in the winter thaws into the warmer and colorful spring season, years of exposure to harsh winter weather became evident when spring showers sprout chimney... Read more