by Richie Baxley | Jan 24, 2017 | Identifying Chimney Problems
Winter can take a toll on your chimney. Excessive moisture from rain, sleet and snow, freezing temperatures and high winds all can cause damage to your chimney’s masonry. That means that even if you had your chimney inspected before the start of the season, you could... by Richie Baxley | Sep 30, 2016 | Prefabricated Fireplaces
What is a prefabricated fireplace? To understand the answer, we must first understand what a fireplace is. A fireplace is a system used for the purpose of burning wood. The system consists of a firebox, smoke chamber, and flue. Other components, such as dampers and... by Richie Baxley | Aug 30, 2016 | Chimney Fire Safety Week
Chimney Fire Safety Week (September 5th – 11th) “A Little Forethought Can Prevent a Chimney Fire” Each year, as Winter approaches, most people begin preparations for heating their home. Whether you have a fireplace or wood stove, the importance of maintaining... by Richie Baxley | Jun 23, 2015 | Chimneys
We would like to remind you that the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends you have your chimney(s) inspected at least once per year. To continue providing the same high level of service by our Chimney Safety Institute of America certified... by Richie Baxley | Jun 10, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimneys, Fire Safety
If you have a clay chimney flue liner, or no flue liner at all, HeatShield is a revolutionary product that we at Environmental Chimney Sweep would like to tell you more about because we are so excited about what HeatShield can do for your chimney. We have had a lot of... 