by Firesafe Chimney Services Inc. | Sep 6, 2019 | Chimney Maintenance
If you’re lucky enough to live in Worcester, Massachusetts, you know that fall weather brings chill air and the thoughts of the snowfall that will soon come. One thing that means is that you’ll be wanting to make sure your chimney and fireplace are in prime condition...
by Firesafe Chimney Services Inc. | Aug 23, 2019 | Chimney Draft
Have you ever tried to light a candle with the window open behind you on a windy day? It just doesn’t work too well. The wind will blow that candle out in no time at all. But did you know that to get a fire burning, you actually need a bit of air? That’s why you’ll...
by Firesafe Chimney Services Inc. | Aug 6, 2019 | Chimney Inspections
It’s amazing how fast the time goes, especially in the summertime when there are so many fun things to do! It seems like not too long ago kids were getting out of school and plans were being made for summer vacations at the beach or hiking through the park. But now...
by Firesafe Chimney Services Inc. | Jul 23, 2019 | Chimney Sweeping
There are some things you just need to do if you are a homeowner. If you are a homeowner with a fireplace, then you should take care of your chimney and fireplace on a regular basis. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) recommends that you have a chimney...
by Firesafe Chimney Services Inc. | Jul 10, 2019 | Carbon Monoxide
Smoke is the natural byproduct of the combustion process due to the water content of the wood you are burning. When you cut a tree to use for firewood, it’s important to let it cure for at least six months. If you buy wood, it’s even more difficult to know how long...
by Firesafe Chimney Services Inc. | Jun 26, 2019 | Chimney Sweeping
It’s easy to put things off until later, especially if it’s something you don’t want to do. There are some jobs that seem too major to undertake. You might think they will take too long, or they are just too hard to do. Sometimes it’s because you have so...
by Firesafe Chimney Services Inc. | Jun 17, 2019 | Chimney Draft, Damper
It’s funny how sometimes the littlest parts can play a huge role in making sure that things work correctly. For example, If a ship didn’t have a rudder, you could not control the ship. Without a tiny little apple seed, we would not have apple trees. In your fireplace...
by Derek Hannah | May 30, 2019 | Masonry Repairs
It’s time to start thinking about getting your house ready for summer. After a long winter of staying indoors, it can get mighty dingy. In fact, with the whole family cooped up in the house during snowy weather, things may have broken. If so, it’s time to take...
by Firesafe Chimney Services Inc. | May 16, 2019 | Chimney Inspections
Now that winter is over and the weather is warm and sunny, many people love being outdoors. Maybe you would like to hit the Worcester Art Museum, check out Bancroft Tower, spend time wandering around Old Sturbridge Village or take a relaxing walk around Cascading...
by Firesafe Chimney Services Inc. | Apr 30, 2019 | Chimney Masonry, Uncategorized
Do you have some big jobs that need to be done, now that the spring breezes are blowing? Maybe you need some cement work done or a re-shingling job. One spring job that you need to take care of every year is getting the yard cleaned up. Sometimes that yard work can be...
Recent Comments