by Jeff Keefer | Feb 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
A fireplace is a real selling point for a home. Many people love the idea of warming up in front of a crackling fire and a home with a fireplace is exactly what they want. The problem is that fireplaces, especially older fireplaces, are known to be drafty, cold, and...
by Jeff Keefer | Dec 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
With the busy-ness of the holidays, we sometimes forget that there can be holiday disasters as well. Because this is such a happy time of year, it’s important to take special care to keep your home and family safe. If you own a fireplace, there are some safety tips...
by Jeff Keefer | Apr 5, 2018 | Fireplace Maintenance, Uncategorized
Each spring, animals from squirrels and raccoons to bats and birds look for the perfect place to build their nests. Often times, that “perfect place” turns out to be a chimney. If you hear the telltale sounds of scuffling animal paws, flapping wings or chirping in...
by Jeff Keefer | Nov 24, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Fireplace Maintenance, Firewood, Uncategorized
A burning question for many homeowners with fireplaces is which type of wood they should be using. There is no simple answer to this question, however, as the options available to you are quite numerous. Nevertheless, Chimney Care Company is here to help you make a...
by Jeff Keefer | Apr 25, 2014 | Uncategorized
Looking for an economical way to burn wood? A pellet stove is recommended by the US Department of Energy as a cleaner-burning and more efficient way to heat your home. What exactly is a pellet stove? Our knowledgeable staff at Chimney Care Company., as well as the...