by John Perdue | Apr 15, 2015 | chimney maintenance
After the harsh winter weather we had, your chimney is most likely in need of an inspection to look for needed repairs. Spring is a great time to contact Ashbusters for a chimney sweeping and inspection because your chimney is in need of attention as well after...
by John Perdue | Mar 27, 2015 | chimney maintenance
Do you live in an older home with a masonry chimney with a clay tile flue liner? It may be time to check that liner to see if it needs any repair work. Clay tiles have been used to line chimney flues since the beginning of the 20th century, and there are good reasons...
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 | Jul 12, 2014 | chimney maintenance, Chimneys
When you have a chimney system in your home, there are a lot of hearth industry terms that you end up getting to know pretty well, pretty quickly. There’s creosote — those troubling deposits that, left untended to, can create a fire hazard. There’s your chimney...
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...
by John Perdue | May 19, 2014 | chimney maintenance, Chimney Sweeping, Fire Safety
Chimney fires kill! When you’re sitting in front of a cozy fire, the last thing you’re likely to be thinking about is the condition of your chimney. However, if you don’t give it some thought before you light that next fire, your enjoyment may be very short-lived. ...
