by Elizabeth Guy | Jul 10, 2017 | Gas Fireplaces
If you are looking for ways to cut back on your heating costs, you may want to consider updating your traditional wood-burning fireplace. You can do this by converting it to a gas hearth appliance. Not only are newer gas fireplaces more economical to use, but they...
by Elizabeth Guy | Jun 26, 2017 | Chimney Odors
Just when you think it is time to forget about your chimney for a few months, you start noticing unpleasant odors coming from it through your fireplace into your home. Unfortunately, smelly chimneys are quite common in the summer. Over our years of working on chimneys...
by Elizabeth Guy | Jun 12, 2017 | Masonry Chimney Anatomy
Masonry chimneys are built to last a lifetime. However, the bricks and mortar joints can suffer from damage and deterioration over time. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), water causes the largest amount of chimney masonry problems. Bricks...
by Elizabeth Guy | May 26, 2017 | Safety
You may not realize the dangers that could be lurking within your chimney. Flue blockages, creosote, and cracks in the chimney liner are difficult to see, and they can all lead to hazardous situations, including chimney fires and carbon monoxide leaks. This is why it...
by Elizabeth Guy | May 8, 2017 | Interior Fireplaces
If you are thinking about building a new home or adding a traditional masonry fireplace to your current home, Blue Ridge Chimney Services can help. They have years of experience with designing and constructing new fireplaces in the Shenandoah Valley. Our team includes...
