by Mark Dent | Mar 14, 2019 | Video Inspections |
This is the time of year when homeowners begin closing out their chimney systems for the off-season. Many burn fires daily throughout winter, and the chimneys are filled with soot, creosote, and possibly debris that can make for a dangerous combination this fall. Make...
by Mark Dent | Feb 28, 2019 | Chimney Troubleshooting |
Even though spring is around the corner, homeowners are still using their fireplace regularly. In fact, you may even use your fireplace for several more weeks to keep the furnace off. Many homeowners do this to save energy and utilize the natural resources on hand....
by Mark Dent | Feb 14, 2019 | Glazed Creosote |
Spring is the time to think about chimney services. The weather becomes mild and you use your chimney system less. Many homeowners tend have more money during tax season for home projects. When you’re considering spring cleaning and household projects this spring,...
by Mark Dent | Jan 30, 2019 | Stoves |
Are you a homeowner in need of a fireplace, but don’t have a fireplace, or the funds to build one? You don’t need a costly construction in order to enjoy a fire this winter. With the coldest weeks of winter still ahead of us, make the decision to install a stove now....
by Mark Dent | Jan 16, 2019 | Chimney Damper |
Your damper is one of the most important parts of your chimney system, but if used improperly or neglected, it can cause problems for your fire and your health. Your damper must be open while a fire is burning in the fireplace. Otherwise, the smoke will pour into the...
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...
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