When it comes to fitting gas logs in your existing masonry fireplace or a prefabricated firebox, one of the most important aspects is air space. Different gas log sets have a minimum clearance from...
Month: January 2011
Stainless steel chimney caps are great for keeping out unwanted precipitation, animals, and debris. This video covers the installation of both single-flue and multi-flue caps.
Recently at a customer's home my service technician encountered a question that we get quite frequently: "Does it matter what type of fireplace I install my vented gas logs in?" Sometimes when I have...
Part of the reason why a chimney professional may not properly fix your chimney's drafting problem with the first repair is because there are so many potential causes of poor chimney draft or chimney...
This is damage from a lightning strike, a sudden occurrence, which most insurance policies cover. When a chimney fire occurs or lightning strikes your chimney, damage is incurred. Most folks'...
Replacing damaged bricks is easy enough for some avid do-it-yourself homeowners. Here are some great tips for making sure your replacement looks clean and blends nicely!