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....
by Doug Hetsch | May 10, 2019 | Dryer Vent Cleaning
You want your home to be as safe as possible. To make sure it is safe, you need to take care of some maintenance annually. Since 2006, All American Chimney Service has been taking care of residents in the Louisville area by providing annual professional services for...
by Doug Hetsch | Apr 30, 2019 | Chimney Repair
Spring is a time for refreshment and rejuvenation, so it’s only natural that the annual tradition of bringing new life into your home happens in spring. However, one part of the home that often gets overlooked during spring cleaning is the chimney and fireplace....
by Doug Hetsch | Apr 15, 2019 | chimney mold, Chimney Odors
Spring is here and you’ve likely shut down your chimney system for the season. As the temperature turns mild and humidity rises, you may experience unwelcome odors coming from the fireplace. When this happens it usually means you need to call a professional. Though...
by Doug Hetsch | Mar 29, 2019 | Fireplace Code
When you own a home with a fireplace, it is very important to follow proper maintenance schedule for high efficiency and safety reasons. One of the essential responsibilities is scheduling a professional chimney sweeping and inspection appointment yearly with a...
by Doug Hetsch | Mar 15, 2019 | Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide (CO) is commonly known as the “silent killer”. This highly poisonous gas is tasteless, odorless, and colorless. Since CO is basically invisible, it is impossible to know if you are breathing it in or not. According to the Centers for Disease Control...
by Doug Hetsch | Feb 28, 2019 | Annual inspection, chimney cleaning
One of favorite things about wood-burning fireplace is the sensory experiences it creates. That’s why a lot of homeowners love wood-burning fireplaces. Although you may love the scent of burning wood, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) warns against...
by Doug Hetsch | Feb 14, 2019 | Fireplace Inserts
Your heating bills have seem a steadily increase over the past several years. So you have decided to update your old masonry fireplace to a new insert. Because you think inserts are more energy and cost efficient. When shopping for a fireplace insert, it is important...
by Doug Hetsch | Jan 31, 2019 | Water Heater Installation
Keeping your home running efficiently and safely is one of your most essential responsibilities as a homeowner. When it comes to preventing accidental carbon monoxide leaks inside your home, All American Chimney Service has your chimney and fireplace system covered....
