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),...
by Doug Hetsch | Jul 15, 2019 | CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep
When you buy a home with a chimney and fireplace system, there are a couple of maintenance services that you should schedule. You must schedule these services with a professional at least once a year to keep your system efficient and safe. If you have recently moved...
by Doug Hetsch | Jun 28, 2019 | Leaky Chimney
Since 2006, All American Chimney Service has specialized in taking care of leaky chimneys in the Louisville, KY region. We provide quality and professional chimney masonry repair services and water penetration preventive services. Our technicians have been trained and...
by Doug Hetsch | Jun 12, 2019 | Water Heater Installation
Your fireplace is just one of the appliances in your home that requires a venting system. Other appliances that require venting include clothes dryers, gas water heaters, and gas furnaces. The reason why these appliances need to be connected to a vent is that they...
by Doug Hetsch | May 31, 2019 | Chimney Damper
As a homeowner, it is important to save energy in as many ways as you can. Not only are you helping the environment, but you are also reducing your costs if you do. One of the biggest wastes of energy and money has to do with conditioned air leaking out of your home....
