If you live in Arlington, Virginia, you know that fall and winter can bring some pretty chilly weather. To stay warm and cozy, many homeowners rely on their fireplace to heat their homes. But before you can light up that first fire of the season, it’s important to make sure your chimney is clean and in good working order. Chimney cleaning is an important part of maintaining the safety and efficiency of your fireplace. When your chimney is clogged with soot and creosote, it can be a fire hazard and can also cause your fireplace to burn less efficiently. By…

Spring Cleaning your Chimney By: Tim McGirl During the freezing winter months it is inevitable that your use of the chimney is going to be constant. However, once the frosty chills have migrated to other lands, what you’re left with is a buildup in your chimney which has a tendency of causing a damp odor in your home. Matters can get much worse if water somehow gets seeped in the chimney, since that can further exacerbate the situation. Use the fresh vibrant season of spring to clean your chimney; the creosote that has been accumulating itself in the winter months…