by Elizabeth Guy | Aug 21, 2016 | Animal Removal in Chimneys
While some people do enjoy hearing the birds begin singing in the spring, even those people get annoyed when those chirps are coming from your chimney. Unfortunately, it is quite common for birds and other wild animals to choose chimneys as nesting spots since so...
by Elizabeth Guy | Aug 7, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance
Did you know that some of the worst damage to your chimney is more likely to occur during the winter? Cold temperatures are extremely tough on masonry materials, and the bricks and mortar of your chimney can suffer so much damage and deterioration that the structure...
by Elizabeth Guy | Jul 28, 2016 | Fireplaces
Since your firebox is directly exposed to extremely high temperatures, it makes sense that this important part of your fireplace can suffer from damage. Even though fire-resistant bricks and mortar are used to construct masonry fireboxes, constant exposure to high...
by Elizabeth Guy | Jul 14, 2016 | Chimney Damage
Did you realize that your homeowner’s insurance policy may cover certain types of chimney damage? Depending on your coverage, your insurance company can help pay for some of your chimney repairs. Blue Ridge Chimney Services specializes in dealing with the insurance...
by Elizabeth Guy | Jun 30, 2016 | The Importance of annual chimney sweepings
The summer months are a popular time for homeowners to do a thorough cleaning of their entire homes, including the chimney and venting systems. Since so many national fire safety organizations like the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and the National Fire...
