Fireplace dampers that sit just above the firebox can become damaged and inoperable without anyone knowing about it. At least at first. When this happens, utility bills can shoot up and the efficiency of your...
Chimneys and humidity-caused moisture aren’t good partners. In fact, many components of a chimney system are designed specifically to prevent or reduce internal moisture. You can’t completely keep humidity moisture out of a chimney, but...
In Kentucky and throughout the rest of the U.S., approximately 10% of active furnaces get “red-tagged” each year during safety inspections. A red tag means that issues have been found that require immediate or prompt...
A violent summer storm can cause a lot of damage to a chimney. Sometimes, the damage will be obvious; other times, you may not notice it at first. American Chimney & Fireplace of Louisville, KY,...
In most U.S. jurisdictions, a home inspection is required by law when the home is being sold. Most of the time, the inspection is handled by an independent home inspector. American Chimney & Fireplace of...
This isn’t a question most homeowners ask all the time, but it’s one they need to know the answer to. The liner inside your chimney is a critical component that allows the chimney and fireplace...
