by John Perdue | Sep 26, 2019 | Appointment tips
To make sure your fireplace will be able to provide you with warm, safe, and cozy fires throughout the coldest months of the year, the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) recommends that you have your chimney professionally swept and inspected every year before...
by John Perdue | Oct 31, 2018 | Chimney Inspections, Uncategorized
Although everything may look fine on the outside of your chimney, there could be hidden hazards lurking inside its interior that can make your chimney unsafe to use. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)...
by John Perdue | May 29, 2018 | Certified Sweeps
Although the last thing you are thinking about is your chimney at the moment, but summer is actually the best time to schedule your annual chimney sweeping and inspection with our professional sweeps at Ashbusters. There are plenty of reasons why we think summer is a...
by John Perdue | Jun 27, 2014 | Chimneys
Similar to stucco, parging is a finishing technique used by masons to cover the surface of a masonry wall; however, instead of a traditional stucco mixture, they use a masonry-based mortar. As chimney masonry is specialized, you should go with a chimney company that...
by John Perdue | Jun 17, 2014 | chimney maintenance, Chimney Sweeping, Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance
If you find yourself in the market for someone to handle all of your chimney maintenance needs, we want you to know that knowledge is power. Here are some questions you can ask your prospective chimney sweeps to ensure that you’re getting the right people for the...