Local Chimney Services

Chimney Crowns - Chimney Caps - Chimney Guard Moisture is one of the biggest enemies of your chimney system. Water intrusion can deteriorate masonry, mortar and liners. Chimney Caps and Chimney Guards save money by preventing damage cause by moisture and debris coming into your flue and lining. At the top of your chimney or... Read more

Three Levels of Chimney Inspection The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)’s 211 (Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances) is the standard upon which CSIA Certified Chimney Sweeps base their services. This new standard now classifies chimney and venting system inspections into three levels—Level I, Level II or Level III. Each level... Read more

Chimney Repairs - Chimney Linings - Masonry Work This 1700's era home in Hyde Park, NY had two chimeys that needed to be taken down to the roof and rebuilt. Our masonry crew completed the whole job in 3 days! The chimney lining requiring us to split and stack tile to complete the new chimney.... Read more

Three Levels of Chimney Inspection The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)’s 211 (Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances) is the standard upon which CSIA Certified Chimney Sweeps base their services. This new standard now classifies chimney and venting system inspections into three levels—Level I, Level II or Level III. Each level... Read more

A gas fireplace provides effortless convenience together with the pleasure of a warm fire. People with fireplaces often greatly anticipate their first cozy session by the fire when winter arrives. It’s important for homeowners with gas fireplaces to realize, however, that a gas fireplace may be convenient but it still requires maintenance. There are various potential hazards associated with gas fireplaces, just as there are... Read more

One of life’s simple pleasures is warming by a crackling fire in heavy coat weather. Before setting up the kindling for your first winter fire, make sure it’s safe to get the flames going. Fire safety organizations strongly recommend that you have your chimney inspected by a professional annually. This advice is shared by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Chimney... Read more

Every time you build a fire in your fireplace or woodstove it can have an impact on the environment. The smoke that wafts out of your chimney contains toxic gases like carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds, harmful particles, and, potentially, carcinogens like benzopyrene according to the EPA. Burning wood in an old fireplace or woodstove can contribute to air pollution and cause public health... Read more

October 8-14, 2017, is annual Fire Prevention Week. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is providing the important reminder this year that every second counts, when there is a fire. The difference between residents safely escaping a fire or having lives tragically end can be mere seconds. For this reason, the theme for this year’s Fire Prevention Week is “Every Second Counts:... Read more

The basic parts of a chimney may never show up as a category on Jeopardy!, but they are still good to know. A chimney system provides protection for your home and family. Keeping a chimney well-maintained is a way to prevent hazardous house fires. Becoming familiar with chimney parts helps you identify when there are possible problems. Although it’s a standard safety... Read more

Winter is coming! Apple cider, pumpkin patches and the holidays aren’t the only things to look forward to. If you have a fireplace, you can look forward to cozy nights relaxing beside the hearth. After battling cold winds or trudging through snow, it’s a pleasure to sit next to a crackling fire and unwind. Before you start your fireplace for the... Read more