by John Perdue | Apr 30, 2019 | Creosote
The anatomy of a chimney is similar to other household appliances and therefore requires similar maintenance. For example, a plumber must come in and remove any blockages when a sink is draining slowly. Blockages can also build up in your chimney over time and cause...
by John Perdue | Dec 12, 2016 | chimney maintenance
The holiday season is kicking into full gear, and spending time with friends and family around the fireplace is a great way to enjoy this special time of the year. Making sure your chimney and fireplace system is working safely and efficiently is important. The last...
by John Perdue | Jul 7, 2016 | Chimney Sweeping
To keep your fireplace and chimney working safely, you must keep up with some important chimney maintenance tasks. One of these tasks is an annual professional chimney sweeping, which is essential before you light the first fire of the year to get all of the creosote...
by John Perdue | Aug 23, 2014 | chimney maintenance
Have you noticed loose bricks on the exterior of your chimney? Or maybe you have seen other repair work needed to be performed on your chimney. To be sure your fireplace and chimney are in tip-top shape for the winter season, Ashbusters in Charleston, SC recommends...
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...