Local Chimney Services

Chimneys require maintenance, even though they seem to be sound structures. The mortar joints are much more susceptible to deterioration than brick and rock. Chimney masonry can be expected to last at least a century, if protected from moisture. The mortar only lasts, at most, about 25 years. Once mortar is damaged, moisture can get into the masonry, causing it to deteriorate, as well. If... Read more

Feeling a draft coming from the fireplace? This is a common problem experienced among many homeowners across the country. Air leaks in the chimney and in other areas of the home such as from air and fan vents, unsealed doors and windows and other gaps, can cause the negative pressure that creates a drafty fireplace. This not only reduces energy efficiency in the... Read more

photo by Daniel Case via Wikimedia CommonsFishkill NY Chimney Sweep / Chimney Repair Hudson Valley Chimney Service employs only CSIA trained and certified chimney sweeps in Fishkill NY. This ensures that any chimney cleaning, chimney sweep, chimney restoration, chimney repairs, chimney rebuilding or masonry work done in Fishkill, East Fishkill or the surrounding areas like... Read more

Chimney sweeps are known for doing dirty work involving soot, but did you know they also do important work from your rooftop? The safe use of your chimney involves maintenance from the top of the chimney to the floor of the hearth or ash chamber. Homeowners tend to leave the rooftop work to the experts,... Read more

  Many homeowners don’t always realize that the main function of a chimney is to keep their home and family safe as they enjoy the warmth and coziness of a burning fireplace.  Unfortunately, some chimneys are not regularly inspected or maintained.  This can leave the homeowner exposed to hidden dangers like creosote, water leaks and carbon monoxide that could be brewing in the chimney. Creosote Every home... Read more

When searching for a chimney company, it’s important to be aware that chimney sweeping is an unregulated industry. A company that offers a huge discount may also be scamming homeowners into believing they are paying for viable chimney services. Our chimney experts at Hudson Valley Chimney Service Inc. are certified and trained, and you can... Read more

 Photo via Wikipedia Commons Chimney Sweep Services Stanfordville NY | Chimney Cleaning - Chimney Repairs - Chimney Inspections Hudson Valley Chimney is the chimney sweep of choice for Stanfordville NY. Our CSIA certified chimney sweeps provide dependable chimney services including chimney repairs, chimney liners, chimney restorations, chimney inspections, chimney maintenance, chimney cap installations, plus chimney... Read more

A question many homeowners ask their virtual assistants as winter approaches is: “Does my factory-built chimney need cleaning?” There are differences between masonry chimneys and factory-built chimneys, but they do both need to be inspected annually and possibly cleaned each year, as well. The recommendation for annual chimney inspections comes from both major fire safety... Read more

The sun is going down earlier and there is a crisp snap in the air. Oh, it’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas. What a great night to curl up on the sofa with a good book and a cup of hot chocolate in front of the warm fireplace. But before the flames in the fireplace begin to crackle, we encourage... Read more

When a fireplace works correctly, it’s easy to enjoy the warmth of a glowing fire. Things often go wrong, however, and sometimes very quickly. The following are four of the most common reasons homeowners have trouble with their fireplaces. Closed Damper The damper is a key component of a chimney, and it’s located just at... Read more