White Stuff on Bricks
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...
Brick Mason Chimney Repair
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...
Christmas in July!! Save BIG!
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...
Does your chimney smell like a campfire?
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...
5 Tips To Keep Your Home Safe From Fireworks
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...
Top 3 Dangerous Problems Related To Chimney Water Damage
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...
Critters in Your Chimney
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....
6 Reasons Why You Need A Spring Chimney Inspection
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...
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