by Marisa Bell | Apr 18, 2024 | Chimney Inspection
One of our favorite ways to relax after a long day on the lakes here in the Ozarks, is to cozy up next to a fire. Whether it’s with a good book or catching up on our favorite TV series, the ambiance of a warm and crackling fire can’t be beat. The National Fire...
by Marisa Bell | Oct 31, 2023 | Chimney Inspection
Who doesn’t love a cozy fire on a chilly evening? Being able to enjoy the warmth and ambiance of a glowing fire is something that most people enjoy, especially here in the Midwest. But what happens if your chimney is unsafe to use? The better question is, how would...
by Marisa Bell | Oct 11, 2023 | Chimney Inspection
Who doesn’t love a good DIY project? Are you itching for your next one? Maybe you just learned that you need to have your home’s chimney system inspected each year and want to tackle it yourself. Well… let’s pump the brakes on that one for now, so we can help...
by Marisa Bell | Apr 28, 2021 | Chimney Inspection, Leaky Chimney
A chimney leak is nothing to take lightly, no matter how “minor” it seems to be. If a chimney has begun to take in water, the problem will only get worse over time rather than better. A leak is defined as any situation in which water from rain or melting snow can get...
by Marisa Bell | Nov 21, 2019 | Chimney Inspection, Chimney Sweep, Creosote
If you use a wood-burning fireplace, beautiful fires should be expected every time you fire up. So should the production of creosote. You can’t burn wood without creating at least some of this flammable smoke byproduct, but you can keep creosote buildup inside your...