You might have seen us quote the claim of the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA)Â that water is the biggest enemy of masonry chimneys. As all of our sweeps have been certified by the CSIA, Blue Ridge Chimney Services has a great deal of respect for that...
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Get Your Chimney Swept and Inspected Before the Fall Rush
National fire safety organizations like the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommend that you have your chimney professionally swept and inspected at least once a year, and one of the best times to...
The Anatomy of Your Masonry Chimney
The anatomy of a masonry chimney consists of many important parts, and each part has a job that is essential to the proper and safe operation of your fireplace and chimney system. Many homeowners are unfamiliar with these parts and their functions, and knowing the...
The Importance of a Chimney Cap
In order to function correctly and safely, your chimney and venting system consists of several different necessary components. One of the most important parts of your chimney system, a chimney cap, is needed to protect your chimney from water penetration, animal...
All About the Luck of the Chimney Sweep
Have you heard the legends of the luck of the chimney sweep? At Blue Ridge Chimney Services, we have often been asked about these legends. Many Americans have not heard these stories as they all originated in Europe. In England, it is considered to be very lucky for...