Posts by TJ Robinson
Is Smoke A Problem?
Is smoke a problem when you use your fireplace? There are many reasons why your fireplace can smoke and many of these reasons are easily fixed. One reason is that the damper may not be opening all the way. If this is the case call a professional and have them check and repair or replace…
Read MoreHow To Make Your Fireplace More Efficient
Even though Spring is here you may still be using your fireplace to take the chill of, roast marshmallows, or to set the tone for a relaxing evening. Whatever your reasoning you are going to want your fireplace working at maximum levels. There are some things that you can do to improve the performance of…
Read MoreLevels of Inspection
With anything there are different levels of inspection or repairs depending on a need and the severity of a situation or condition of an object. It is no different with your home or fireplace. The Chimney Safety Institute of America describes three main levels of inspection to consider when having your fireplace inspected and checked…
Read MoreWhich Is Better….Professional Service or DIY?
Now is the time when many homeowners are thinking about making home improvements. Money may also be a factor when deciding to make an improvement or not. Many may take the stance of tackling the project themselves in order to save some funds and prevent their savings from being depleted. There are many things to…
Read MoreWater Damage and Chimney Repairs
With the sort of weather we have been having it might be time to have your chimney inspected for water damage inside and outside of your chimney. If a cap has been removed there could be moisture buildup inside your fireplace. Debris from leaves and animals may also start to negatively affect your fireplace. Spring…
Read MoreAir Duct Cleaning
Spring is just around the corner! This also means that with it comes spring cleaning! You will work hard to tidy your house, dust, vacuum, and clean out the garage. One of the important items in your home that you may not have thought to clean is your air duct. You may or may not…
Read MoreDryer Vent Cleaning
If you have had your dryer for a number of years it is probably time that you have the dryer vent and dryer catcher cleaned by a professional. There are many steps that go into cleaning the dryer properly. We highly recommend having a professional, like TJ’s Chimney Service, to come out and clean and…
Read MoreIs Your Dryer Vent A Hazard?
Did you know that 82.6 percent of residential fires are caused by dryer vents? It has been reported that from 2008 to 2010, fire departments across the United States were called to about 2,900 clothes dryer fires in residential areas. Dryer vent fires can start due to a buildup of lint. Lint is created from…
Read MoreSmoke Room Fireplace on The Titanic
It is always interesting to look at old fireplaces and see how elaborate they were and the story of the surroundings and buildings around it. One that is more famous is the fireplace located in the smoke room of the Titanic. This fireplace has been a part of films, articles, and frequently talked about for its…
Read MoreArtifacts Uncovered In Old Fireplace
As years pass houses and buildings are renovated and undergo some drastic changes. One such drastic change is the boarding up of fireplaces. Many times these fireplaces are covered and boarded up and remain that way for centuries and even decades. Over the years Museums and individuals have purchased these older homes and buildings and…
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