The cold winters in Collinsville, IL can do a number on chimneys. With snow, rain, and freezing temperatures that will last for a couple of months, it is important to know what kind of problems can arise from your chimney during this time of year. Here we will be discussing what problems to look out… Read more »
It’s common to want to get your chimney cleaned after using it a lot through the fall and winter. Some people may not realize why it is a great idea to specifically have your chimney cleaned during the summer. Other people may simply forget to have it cleaned out because they got too busy to… Read more »
Every Collinsville, IL homeowner with a chimney needs to have a chimney cap. Chimney caps come in an assortment of colors, materials, and styles, which can lead to confusion as to which cap is the best for your chimney. We are here to share which type of chimney cover is best for your home’s chimney…. Read more »
For centuries, homeowners in the Troy, IL area and across the country have been using fireplaces to heat their homes. Wood is one of the oldest fuel sources used to heat homes. However, in today’s world, people have found alternative ways to heat their homes. This can vary from oil-fired boilers, natural gas furnaces, propane… Read more »
Common reasons that your fireplace may be leaking Everyone loves huddling around the fire on warm winter nights. It’s a symbol of the togetherness of the American family. However, rarely, do we think of the fireplace for what it is – a hole in the top of our home that lets the smoke out. While… Read more »