by Mark Dent | Dec 28, 2018 | Gas Fireplaces |
Gas fireplaces have grown in popularity over recent years and are valued for their low-maintenance and convenience. This is often interpreted as no-maintenance, which is not the case! Your gas fireplace or gas log set may need maintenance over time. The gas fireplace...
by Mark Dent | Dec 14, 2018 | Animal Removal |
This time of year your house may be the warmest thing for miles around, and your chimney may be an open invitation for critters and birds seeking shelter. Animal intrusion can be a problem during the spring months, of course, but desperate animals often seek shelter...
by Mark Dent | Nov 30, 2018 | Gas Fireplaces |
One of the most commonly-requested fireplace systems in our area is the gas fireplace. They are convenient, easy to install, cheap to fuel, and require little maintenance. Many may mistakenly believe they don’t need ANY maintenance, but this is not the case!...
by Mark Dent | Nov 16, 2018 | Gas Fireplaces |
In Southern Maryland the weather is cooling, the leaves have turned, and winter is coming. Fall is one of the most popular times for fireplace installations, and at Chesapeake Chimney & Co. we stay busy during the Fall Rush to bring fire into homes to keep...
by Mark Dent | Oct 30, 2018 | Schedule an Appointment |
Spring may be a great time for cleaning, but fall is the best time for maintenance for the entire home. Use this time to prepare your home so that things aren’t neglected during cold weather. Indoor Fall Maintenance Weatherize Applying weather strips to doors and...
by Mark Dent | Oct 16, 2018 | Chimney Fires |
Has your chimney experienced a dangerous flue fire that damaged your liner, cracked your masonry, and continues to put your family in danger? If you have not had a professional inspection, there is no way of knowing. Many homeowners only recognize visible problems...
by Mark Dent | Sep 28, 2018 | Chimney Waterproofing |
April showers might bring May flowers, but fall chimney damage becomes a winter problem. Water penetrating the chimney system is bad at any time, but water in the chimney throughout winter months can lead to serious structural damage, costly repairs, and increased...
by Mark Dent | Sep 14, 2018 | Prefabricated Chimneys |
Many homeowners want a place for a fire in their home. Having a fireplace helps to supplement heat when there is central air and heat, saving money, providing ambiance, becoming the focal point of the decor. Many homes are not built with a fireplace, and in order to...
by Mark Dent | Aug 30, 2018 | Dryer Vents |
Other than your heating and air conditioning unit, your clothes dryer may be the most used (and abused) system in your home. It’s important to understand how it functions so that it’s easy to identify a problem, you can use it properly, and also maintain it. Knowing...
by Mark Dent | Aug 17, 2018 | Firebox |
The firebox is an important part of the chimney system for a few reasons. First, the firebox endures the most abuse–ongoing high temperatures–and the least attention. Second, it is the most visible part of the system, often the focal point of the the...
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