How Do I Know if my Chimney is Blocked?
Quick Summary: A blocked chimney is more than just a nuisance—it’s a serious safety hazard. When your chimney is obstructed, smoke and harmful gases like carbon monoxide can flow back into your home instead of venting outside. In this article, we’ll cover the dangers of a blocked chimney, the most common warning signs to watch… Continue reading
How Does a Chimney Work?
Quick Summary: A chimney is more than just a brick structure above your roof—it’s a critical safety system that vents smoke, gases, and heat from fireplaces, wood stoves, furnaces, and boilers. Understanding how a chimney works helps homeowners identify problems early, maintain efficiency, and protect their homes from fire hazards, carbon monoxide, and water damage.… Continue reading
What is a Chimney Liner? Do I Need a Chimney Liner?
Quick Summary A chimney liner is a protective barrier installed inside a chimney flue to safely direct smoke, gases, and heat out of your home while protecting the chimney walls from damage. This guide explains what a chimney liner is, why it is essential for safety and efficiency, and how to determine if you need… Continue reading
Winter Masonry Myths: What Freezing Temperatures Really Do to Your Brick and Mortar
Now that the holiday decorations are packed away and we're settling into the quiet stretch of winter, you've probably got about two months before those first flowers start poking through the snow. It's the season of cozy fires, snow days, and hot coffee by the window. But while you're waiting for spring, something's happening to… Continue reading
How Often Should You Book Your Commercial Chimney Inspected?
Maintaining the safety and efficiency of your commercial property is crucial. One component that is often overlooked, but is no less critical, is the condition of your chimney. A well-maintained chimney that is swept regularly is essential to preventing potential hazards and ensuring compliance with local regulations. But how often should you book your commercial… Continue reading
Protecting Your Brick Structures from Water Leakage
Last Call for Masonry It's November and the time of friend and family gatherings and reflection. We want to thank our team at Best Chimney and all of you who make us possible. We hope this newsletter finds you well and staying healthy in your homes. In this edition, we want to address a common… Continue reading
Reasons to Get Your Chimney Swept in the Summer
We receive many calls for chimney sweeps during the summer. Though it makes sense to have your chimney swept directly after the heating/burning season, many people get busy and find themselves in the summer before remembering to have their chimneys swept. Luckily, the summer is an excellent time to have this service performed. Boston’s Best… Continue reading
What Not to Burn In Your Fireplace
The fireplace is crackling in your living room as you sit on the couch, polishing off a package of cookies and reading the last page of your favorite magazine. You get up to throw away the empty cookie package and recycle the magazine and then think, “Maybe I’ll just throw both things in the fire!… Continue reading
Why You Need a Chimney Cleaning
Having your chimney swept and inspected annually is an important measure to take if you are a homeowner. Though it can be easy to ignore what you do not see, basic chimney care is essential to keeping your home safe and your chimney in working order. Do you live in the Boston area and does… Continue reading