by John Perdue | Aug 29, 2019 | Chimney Liner
One of the most important components of your chimney and fireplace system is the liner. Over the years, Ashbusters has seen the problems that can be caused when a chimney liner is damaged or not in place. Whether you have a clay tile, cast-in-place, or a stainless...
by John Perdue | Aug 12, 2019 | Masonry Repair
Fall can be one of the busiest times of the year for families because of school, sports, and work. Set up your professional chimney care before cool weather hits! You can light the fire on the first cool evening if you have your chimney swept and inspected early....
by John Perdue | Jul 31, 2019 | Chimney Flashing, Chimney Repairs
The other day, you noticed water stains on the ceiling of your family room. Because the stains are so close to your fireplace, it is clear that you have a leaky chimney. To keep the damage from becoming more extensive, you should contact Ashbusters as soon as possible...
by John Perdue | Jul 15, 2019 | Creosote
When it is summertime in Charleston, the weather can be very hot and humid. Every summer, Ashbusters gets quite a few calls from our customers who need our help with stinky chimneys. The most common cause of the unpleasant odors is creosote, which is worsened by humid...
by John Perdue | Jun 26, 2019 | Chimney Damper
This summer, it seems like your HVAC system just is not cooling your home as much as it usually does. Unfortunately, your utility bills have gone up even though you set your thermostat lower than you normally have in years past. Since you had the HVAC system checked...