Monday, December 28, 2015

Your Chimney Could Serve as an Open Door to Pests

A fireplace is always a nice addition to a home, even if it is not used all that often. If you live in California, chances are you're not lighting many fires for to purpose of warmth. Having a fireplace in your home could increase your risk of pest infestations, and for this reason the flues of your chimney should be closed whenever possible in order to keep pests out.

If you are unable to close these flues of your fireplace you should contact a professional who specializes in chimney repair in Los Angeles CA. These experts will be able to identify signs of a chimney in need of repair and will be able to solve any issues you have.

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Annual Chimney Cleaning

In an effort to keep our costs down in the winter, my family tries to rely on the heat from our fireplace as much as possible. A winter filled with wood burning fires can really take a toll and a chimney, so just to be safe, we always schedule a thorough chimney cleaning to ensure that everything is as safe as possible. If you're chimney is in need of some attention, contact your local Long Island NY chimney sweep today!