Although your chimney may look just fine from the outside, there might be hidden hazards lurking inside the flue. It can be difficult to check out the condition of the interior of your chimney on your own. Therefore, you need to make sure to schedule a professional...
Chimney Sweeping
Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire: The Dangers of Creosote
The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and other national fire safety organizations all recommend having your chimney professionally swept and inspected every year. This is to ensure your fireplace works...
Now Is the Time to Remove Nests From Your Chimney
In the Shenandoah Valley, it is not uncommon to have birds or bats nesting in chimneys. Since it is against federal law to remove some species of birds, such as chimney swifts, from their nesting spots, the fall is the best time to have your chimney professionally...
Make Your Annual Chimney Sweeping Part of Your Regular Cleaning Routine
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...
Don’t Wait Until the Fall: Take Care of Your Annual Chimney Sweeping Now
As a homeowner, you are responsible for maintaining the different systems of your home to keep everything working properly. One of these systems is your chimney and fireplace system, and national fire safety organizations like the Chimney Safety Institute of America...
Start Your New Year with a Clean Chimney
Many of us like to start off the new year with resolutions to improve our lives, and a common resolution is to take better care of our homes. Owning a home requires a few routine maintenance tasks, and when you live in a house with a fireplace, one of these tasks...
Fall Safety Tips for Your Fireplace & Chimney
Now that summer has ended and we are heading into the cooler temperatures of fall and winter, it is time to get the fireplace ready to be used. Before lighting the first fire of the season, it is important to think about using this heating appliance safely. When you...
Questions to ask a Chimney Sweep
So you've decided to hire a chimney sweep. Great! Here are six questions you should ask when deciding which company to hire. Blue Ridge Chimney Services is here to help you with all your chimney needs and would be happy to answer any questions you have!
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...
Make A Professional Chimney Sweep Part of Spring Cleaning
Spring is finally here, and that means spring cleaning is on your mind. The arrival of spring is an occasion to rid your home from that dusty winter air, and your fireplace and your chimney should not be left off your spring cleaning list. After using your fireplace...