The Mad Hatter

Dryer Vent Safety

admin — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 14:54:55 +0000

Each year more than 17,000 fires are caused by link build up in dryer vents.
Make an annual cleaning of your dryer vent part of your safety checklist.

Stainless Steel Caps

admin — Tue, 22 May 2012 02:44:04 +0000

Every Chimney Needs a Cap for the same reason every house needs a roof.

Chimney: Annual Cleaning and Inspection

admin — Tue, 22 May 2012 03:24:48 +0000

Annual cleaning and inspection of your chimneys. Add it to your list of important things to keep your home safe from fire. You may not use your fireplace, however, have you neglected the chimney outside? Have you had the chimney inspected? Fireplaces and stove inserts used often during the winter months should be cleaned and inspected on a regular basis.

Chimney Crown Repair

admin — Tue, 22 May 2012 03:19:51 +0000

Your Chimney crown protects its bricks and mortar from water damage. If it is cracked and broken, water can get in.

Soot, Creosote, Debris in Your Chimney?

admin — Tue, 22 May 2012 03:13:14 +0000

Soot, Creosote, Debris in Your Chimney? We’ll get it all out. And that’s important for fire safety.

Keep the Critters Out

admin — Tue, 22 May 2012 03:05:43 +0000

Keeping ‘em out of your chumney is a lot easier than getting ‘em out. Put a chimney cap on it!

Save Energy

admin — Tue, 22 May 2012 02:58:59 +0000

Save Energy with a tight-sealing chimney damper. Don’t let another heating/cooling season go by without a Lock-top damper on your chimney. It will seal the door on energy loss.

Top 10 Reasons to Have Your Chimney Inspected now

admin — Wed, 02 May 2012 15:37:00 +0000

1. Inspect now and have no worries over the summer

2. Get a jump on repairs before your neighbors do

3. This year, we also had more thawing and freezing than in the past, this could have caused more gaps or loose components.

4. With all of the high winds we have been having this spring, flashing or chimney caps might be loose. Getting these items checked out before you need to use your fireplace will make you feel safer.

5. Raccoons and squirrels could be making a mess top side. It does not take much of a gap to give them a easy access. Gaps and seals should be checked.

6. Bird nests could be forming in the spring, this could cause trouble.

7. The heavy snow we had this winter could have could have caused cracks on your crown wash.

8. Flues need to be freed from creosote and soot. Fire hazard is always a danger you don’t want to worry about.

9. You may not be able to call a chimney company in the fall. The weather could turn for the worst early. You might have ice on your roof by then.

10. Get repairs completed now, if you leave the problems unresolved it could cost you thousands of dollars later.

Spring Cleaning – Chimney Cleaning

admin — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 15:33:12 +0000

Spring cleaning should include the sweeping and inspecting of your chimney. The best time to clean and inspect the chimney is spring/summer. And if there are any issues, they can be addressed at that time. DON’T NEGLECT YOUR CHIMNEY! Of course you are not using your fireplace during the summer months, but when you wait until fall everyone is busy and the weather in Cleveland is unpredictable. Snow could be on your roof in October!

Spring Cleaning – Air Ducts

admin — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:48:01 +0000

As you are spring cleaning , painting, cleaning carpets, upholstery and window treatments, DUCT CLEANING IS OFTEN NEGLECTED! Duct cleaning is recommended every three years/unless you have pets that shed, then it is recommended to clean your ducts more often. It will reduce dusting, your home will be cleaner and healthier by removing the debris from the system and sanitizing it. And this will prolong the life of the heating and cooling system.

Do you have any questions about Air Duct Cleaning? Ask us!