joshuamerson Most homeowners may not give their fireplace and chimney system a second thought this summer, but for the chimney professionals? We like to stay busy during the summer with important chimney services that keep our customers safe each winter. Scheduling important services during the summer will ensure your system is ready this fall and help …
Summertime in Columbia, Maryland means a lot of things. Residents may spend their time exploring nature trails, kayaking in Centennial Park, shopping the Columbia mall, and more. If you’re a homeowner in the Columbia area, you may have more on your mind than summer festivities. You may be planning already for winter—for heavy snowfalls and …
It is officially summer, and the last thing on your mind is your chimney system. In Maryland, winters are long and harsh. This past year, the winter weather seemed to go on and on, overworking our chimneys until late spring. If you are a homeowner in Howard County Maryland, you know exactly what we’re talking …
Of all the things that can affect your chimney system (time, heat, sunlight, weather), water is the worst! Whether it happens during a particularly wet spring, tropical storm season, freezing weather, or occurs due to a structural problem, water will ruin your chimney system from the inside out. Water and Masonry The materials that make …
One of the first things a new homeowner should do is to schedule a real estate chimney inspection. This is an important appointment which ensures the chimney in your new home is safe and sound. A chimney inspection is important, and it is necessary annually. If you have never had a chimney inspection or sweeping, …
In Howard County, homes are bought and sold each year. Many homes have a new or old chimney system that have not been inspected for awhile. This is because the home inspections required for home sales are not the as thorough as a real estate chimney inspection by a licensed chimney professional. At Trinity Chimney …
Of all the things that keep your chimney working properly and lasting a lifetime, the parts that protect it against water is the most vital part. The very material that makes the chimney ideal for fireplace ventilation is also extremely susceptible to water penetration and damage. The only way to protect your chimney against water …
A chimney system adds style and personality to any home. A fireplace and well-constructed chimney system also add value to the home. Homeowners and homebuyers desire fireplaces. They are the focal point of the home and help homeowners to save in utilities and benefit from zone heating. When weighing the pros and cons of a …
The chimney system is made up of many parts which make an indoor fire possible, venting the smoke out of the house, and promoting an efficient fire for heat and comfort. All the parts of the system are essential, but some are overlooked completely! As a homeowner you might hear a lot about sweeping the …