by Doug Hetsch | Jan 6, 2020 | Carbon Monoxide Danger
Flu season has arrived here in the Louisville area, so it is only natural to believe that nausea, headaches, fatigue, and other symptoms you may be experiencing mean that you have come down with the flu. However, flu season coincides with fireplace season, and you...
by Doug Hetsch | Dec 7, 2019 | Fireplace Questions
When you buy a home with a fireplace, there are several responsibilities you must take for the safety of your family. If you have never lived in a house with a fireplace before, you may be a bit nervous about lighting that first fire in your new home. Although it may...
by Doug Hetsch | Nov 7, 2019 | Fireplace Questions
Since 2006, All American Chimney Service has provided the highest quality of professional chimney maintenance, repair, and installation services to the Louisville area, and we have become known as the best source of expert knowledge on fireplaces in the region. Our...
by Doug Hetsch | Oct 24, 2019 | Valor
It might surprise you to discover that studies have shown that indoor air quality can be lower than outdoor air quality, and one of the biggest reasons why has to do with traditional masonry fireplaces. If you are considering ways to improve your indoor air quality,...
by Doug Hetsch | Oct 10, 2019 | Wood Insert vs Traditional Fireplace
When you moved into your new home, you were probably excited to light a fire and relax in front of your open fireplace. But maybe the first fire was not what you expected it to be. Although the flames were roaring, it did not produce very much heat at all. Many...
by Doug Hetsch | Sep 26, 2019 | Fireplace conversion
If your heating costs have been increasing each winter, you may be considering your options to heat your home more economically. One popular update is to convert your traditional wood-burning fireplace to a more energy-efficient gas unit. By having a gas insert...
by Doug Hetsch | Sep 12, 2019 | Master Chimney Sweep
When you own a home with a chimney and fireplace system, you are responsible for making sure that it works properly and safely so that your family is protected from accidental fires, carbon monoxide leaks, and other dangerous safety hazards. One of the most important...
by Doug Hetsch | Aug 29, 2019 | Dryer Vent Cleaning
School has started back for many families in Louisville and “summer” is coming to a close. But as of now, the hot and humid weather is still here! If you are having a hard time cooling your home, part of the problem could be your dryer vents. When your...
by Doug Hetsch | Aug 14, 2019 | Chimney Odors
Recently you may have noticed an unpleasant odor inside your home, and it is coming from your chimney. Unfortunately, stinky chimneys are a common problem during the summer. However, the source of the odor could be a number of things. Whatever is causing your chimney...
by Doug Hetsch | Jul 29, 2019 | Annual inspection, chimney cleaning
As we head into August here in the Louisville area, both the heat and the humidity are so high that the last thing on your mind is your fireplace. However, the cooler days of fall are just around the corner. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA),...
