by Derek Bell | Feb 8, 2024 | PriorFire
When it comes to maintaining the functionality and aesthetic appearance of your wood-burning fireplace, occasional repairs and replacement components are necessary. But have you ever considered replacing the entire inside of your wood-burning firebox? It might sound...
by Derek Bell | Jan 27, 2024 | Dryer Vent
There is almost nothing worse than having a dryer that doesn’t work right. Whether it’s clothes that won’t dry, clothes that are getting too hot, or the dryer itself overheating, it’s all bad news. The good news is there’s a good chance the issue is a clogged...
by Derek Bell | Jan 12, 2024 | Flashing
Chimney construction seems rather simple from the outside, right? Comprising a firebox on the inside and a tunnel system connecting that indoor firebox to the outside world, they are visually straightforward. Yet, whether brick, prefabricated, or some other structure...
by Derek Bell | Dec 23, 2023 | Outdoor Furnace
One of the first things you should ask yourself before investing in a new home appliance is how long can you expect it to hold up. No one wants to throw thousands of dollars at a product that will only break down in a year or two – especially on something as...
by Derek Bell | Dec 17, 2023 | Wood Stove Installation
It’s not hard to understand the appeal of a DIY home improvement project. You don’t have to deal with late construction workers, you get to work at your own pace, and you can keep an extra few dollars in your pocket. That said, while some tasks are easy to...
by Derek Bell | Dec 11, 2023 | Wood Stove Installation
Are you tired of looking at your old masonry fireplace, but you’re not sure how to spruce it up? Is your current fireplace too cold and drafty to keep your living space warm and cozy? Tearing down a fireplace and rebuilding it is an expensive and time-consuming...
by Derek Bell | Nov 26, 2023 | Gas Fireplace Repair
There’s a reason gas fireplaces are popular among homeowners – they’re efficient, can reduce heating expenses, and there’s no need to store firewood. Gas fireplaces are also much easier to maintain than traditional wood-burning setups. All that said,...
by Derek Bell | Nov 20, 2023 | Sealing Chimney
Given where we live, rain and snow are a fact of life. And with all that lovely precipitation, comes the chance of that water getting into your chimney system. If you’ve read some of our other blogs, you know that water and your chimney are not a match made in heaven....
by Derek Bell | Nov 15, 2023 | Stucco Repair
Everyone loves a house with good curb appeal – especially when it’s your house. It’s hard not pulling up and feeling a sense of pride in a house you work hard to afford and take care of. But one day, you notice the stucco around your chimney is beginning...
by Derek Bell | Nov 13, 2023 | Chimney Chase Cover
Just like houses and the families within them, each and every chimney is a little different and unique in its own special way. Sure, the functionality is always the same – to release the smoke and exhaust created during combustion and properly ventilate the home...
