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The Facts on Chimney Fires & Prevention
At Chimney Care Plus, we’re dedicated to ensuring the safety of your home and family. While a crackling fire is a source of warmth and comfort, it’s crucial to understand the potential risks involved, particularly the danger of a chimney fire. Many homeowners are unaware of the warning signs, and even the existence of a…
The Role of a Professional Chimney Sweep in Your Home’s Fire Safety
At Chimney Care Plus, we understand that a fireplace is more than just a source of warmth; it’s a centerpiece of your home. However, with that comfort comes the responsibility of ensuring it’s operating safely. This is where the crucial role of a professional chimney sweep comes in. Our team is dedicated to safeguarding your…
Why Chimney Care Plus is the Best Chimney Sweep in Maryland
When it comes to maintaining a safe and efficient fireplace, Chimney Care Plus stands out as the top choice for residents in Maryland. With a commitment to excellence, a variety of specialized services offered, and a family-owned approach, our certified technicians provide unparalleled chimney care services that ensure the safety and functionality of your chimney…
Best Practices for Chimney Care
There’s nothing greater than an evening spent in front of the fireplace as storms pass through. And it’s nights like that which make it worthwhile to take care of your home’s hearth. For the most part, taking care of your chimney and fireplace is simple, especially once you’ve lit a few fires. But in case…
Creative Ideas for Firewood Storage
If you’re like we are here at Chimney Care Plus, then you probably spend most of your free time fireside. We love our fires, and dedicate ourselves to maintaining chimneys here in Maryland so that our neighbors can enjoy their hearths as much as we do. Now, if your fireplace and firepit prove to be…
Signs Your Chimney Is Failing
Now that winter is in full swing, lots of folks are using their chimneys for the first time. And most of the time, your chimney will perform as well as it did last year. That said, chimney components can fail, and they require proper maintenance to ensure that your chimney remains safe and free from…
Identifying Causes of Chimney Odor
Fireplaces and chimneys, although they add warmth and monetary value to your home, sometimes they just flat out smell. Chimney odors become more common during this time of year when the moisture inside a chimney heats up on hot and humid days during the summertime. While smelly chimneys can be frustrating for homeowners, you certainly…
What Not to Burn
Having a fireplace or a wood burning stove can be a delightful experience. Snuggling up on a cold evening in front of the crackling flames creates a cozy ambiance in your home. When you operate your fireplace correctly, you can enjoy your fire without fear of danger. However, if you don’t take the necessary safety…
Birds in Your Chimney?
Have you heard any unusual noises or chirping coming from your chimney? If it is between spring and early winter, you could be hearing chimney swifts. These tiny birds migrate north from South America and return when the cold weather starts to set in. These birds are harmless, but you may not want them living…
The History of the Chimney Sweep
“Chim Chimney, Chim Chimney, Chim Chim Cher-ee!” These iconic song lyrics call to mind the quintessential chimney sweep Bert featured in the musical Mary Poppins. As long as there have been chimneys, the ash and soot they leave behind after a fire has needed to be cleared away. Chimneys build up creosote which can restrict…