by Gregg Boss | Jul 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
How often does a chimney flue liner need replacing? The average lifespan of a chimney flue liner is about 15 to 20 years. If you lived in your home 15 years or more you probably need to get the entire liner replaced to make sure it is up to code. If there is damage to...
by Gregg Boss | Jul 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
Hello, it’s Captain Creosote with another homeowner tip. What is the white stuff on my chimney? Did you ever notice white powdery or white crystallized substance on your stone, block, or brick masonry chimney? You may think it’s just a common aging process, but...
by Gregg Boss | Jul 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
Hello, it’s Captain Creosote with another homeowner tip. Who do I call to repair a brick or stone chimney? This is a common question and a common mistake most homeowners make. It does seem logical that if the bricks, masonry, or stone on your fireplace chimney need...
by Gregg Boss | Jul 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
We are reaching out to you because you received a bid from English Sweep for a major chimney repair but may not have taken action to fix the problem. You are in luck. Right now we are running our annual “Christmas in July” Special. We are offering $200.00...
by Gregg Boss | Jul 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
The smell is more common in the summer when the humidity is high, rainy days, and/or when the air conditioner is running. The reason for the smell is from creosote deposits in your chimney due to burning wood. The creosote absorbs into the porous masonry inside your...
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