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...
by Gregg Boss | Jul 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
You’re most likely seeing articles, social media posts, and news items about fireworks safety. However, most of them skip the tips for homeowners. Here are 5 tips to keep your house safe direct from firefighters. 1). According to firefighters, the most important thing...
by Gregg Boss | Jun 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
Water damage to your chimney and fireplace is a common problem that is often overlooked until the problem worsens causing major repair bills. Besides damage to your home, water damage due to your chimney can cause dangerous health problems. Here are the top 3...
by Gregg Boss | Jun 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
Hello, it’s Captain Creosote with another homeowner tip. Today’s tip is about critters in your chimney. To wildlife, your chimney looks like an inviting place to set up their home. Birds, squirrels, and raccoons are the most common critters found in the chimney....
by Gregg Boss | May 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
It’s spring…almost summer and the last thing you are thinking about is your fireplace and chimney. Right? We get it! However, NOW is the BEST time to have your chimney cleaned and inspected. Here are six reasons why. During an inspection and...
by Gregg Boss | May 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
It’s me, Captain Creosote, again with some tips on how YOU can inspect your chimney after a storm for damage before it turns into an expensive project. Some storm damage may not be seen until major damage has taken place. Since the chimney is the highest point...
by Gregg Boss | Mar 25, 2020 | Uncategorized
Keeping you and our community safe is at the heart of what we do. As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to impact the world, keeping you, the community and our staff safe is our top priority. First, our hearts and prayers go out to everyone who is affected by this...
by Gregg Boss | Nov 26, 2019 | Uncategorized
Here are a few tips on building a warm fire in the fireplace. This tips will ensure you have not only a warm fire, but a safe fire. Make sure you are burning only well-seasoned, 1+ years cut wood in the fireplace. It produces more heat and burns cleaner efficiently,...
by Gregg Boss | Apr 3, 2019 | Uncategorized
Forty years ago, English Sweep was started by an Englishman who immigrated to St. Louis. His one-man shop changed ownership twice when Gregg Boss, current owner, purchased it in 1985. Boss, grew the company to twelve employees and one of the largest chimney sweep and...
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