by Dennis Lamb | Jun 13, 2014 | Dryer Vents, Fire Safety
Many homeowners don’t prioritize the maintenance of dryer vents. They often deem it as unimportant and not a top priority. But the fact is, dryer vents actually need to be cleaned regularly to reduce the risk of fires in your home.
by Dennis Lamb | Mar 2, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweeping, Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance
It’s when you have a dirty fireplace that is filled with ash that you open doors to bigger problems like fires and carbon monoxide poisoning. Both equally deadly situations. We can all agree that this is something that should not be underestimated. We all want to make...
by Dennis Lamb | Jan 31, 2014 | blog, Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety, Safe Burning
Many fire safety experts recommend that you check the batteries on your smoke alarms each time you adjust household clocks for Daylight Savings Time. This is one way you can minimize your risk.
by Dennis Lamb | Dec 13, 2013 | Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance, Safe Burning
What makes a fire burn? Why is it possible to build a roaring fire one time and one that barely stays lit the next? Fire is a chemical reaction in which heat energy is produced. When fossil fuels burn, they combine with oxygen to produce heat. Keep reading as we, The...
by Dennis Lamb | Nov 23, 2013 | blog, Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweeping, Fire Safety, Safe Burning
You have routine maintenance done on many of the things you own so why should your chimney be any different? You want your fireplace to be to be both visually appealing and safe for you and your family. It is recommended that every year you have a chimney sweep and...
by Dennis Lamb | Oct 30, 2013 | Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety
What Are the Parts of the Chimney and Their Purpose? Having a chimney and fireplace in the home is a great way to warm up a cold winter night. However, many homeowners feel that they would be better off without one when the chimney starts to malfunction. In many...