by Mark Stoner | Oct 27, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance
One of the most common questions we get asked about chimneys at Ashbusters has to do with the anatomy of a chimney. For a chimney to work safely and properly, there are several crucial components that need to be in good condition. Which parts of the chimney are the...
by Mark Stoner | Apr 18, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair, Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance
The flue liner is one of the most critical components of the entire chimney system. According to the CSIA, problems in your chimney’s flue can present serious risks to your home and family, as it’s no longer able to perform its primary function: to safely...
by Mark Stoner | Mar 23, 2013 | Chimney Repair
There are a few sets of circumstances under which a chimney liner may need to be replaced. For example: the liner has warped or cracked there is a major problem with creosote accumulation the flue is the wrong size for the fireplace These conditions, among other...
by Mark Stoner | Feb 26, 2013 | Fireplaces and Stoves
Less expensive to install and easier to care for, factory built fireplaces are attracting more and more homeowners. Decidedly more efficient than traditional fireplaces, factory built systems present standard options that can give a home fireplace a custom look as...
by Mark Stoner | Jan 3, 2013 | Chimney Sweeping
Chimneys are natural sources of drafts because they are gaping holes that emit and pull in air. Anyone who owns a wood burning appliance should understand the concept of draft. Air moving up a chimney follows the same physical principles as does water flowing in a...
