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Eliminating Fireplace Odors in Arlington VA: Your Ultimate Guide

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Schedule Appointment Eliminating Fireplace Odors in Arlington, VA: Your Ultimate Guide Nothing beats the cozy ambiance brought by a burning fireplace during the cold winter months. But, what happens when your beloved hearth starts to emit unpleasant odors? As a homeowner in Arlington, VA, you might be familiar with this problem. Luckily, this ultimate guide will help you understand and eliminate fireplace odors. Fireplaces are a common feature in many Arlington homes, providing warmth and aesthetic appeal. However, they can also be a source of unpleasant odors if not properly maintained. These unpleasant odors can permeate your entire home, making…

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Mastering Wood Stove Cleaning: The Ultimate Guide for Arlington VA Residents

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Schedule Appointment Mastering Wood Stove Cleaning: The Ultimate Guide for Arlington VA Residents For many Arlington, VA residents, the rustic appeal of a wood stove is an irresistible addition to their homes. Not only does it provide a unique aesthetic charm, but it also serves as a sustainable heat source during the cold winter months. However, to keep your wood stove functioning optimally, regular cleaning is essential. This comprehensive guide will help you master the art of wood stove cleaning. The Importance of Regular Wood Stove Cleaning Regular cleaning of your wood stove is not just about maintaining its aesthetic…

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Chimney Cleaning in Arlington Virginia

By Fireplace or Furnace Chimney Cleaning and Repair, Dryer Vent and Gutter Cleaning

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…

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New Service Locations for A&T Chimney Sweeps

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New Service Locations for A&T Chimney Sweeps By: Tim McGirl We’ve got big news! A&T Chimney Sweeps is proud to announce that we’re expanding our business and adding new locations into our service area. In Virginia, we’ll now be bringing our signature services to Vienna and Leesburg. In addition, we’re also making our first foray into another state – Maryland. Chimney owners and those looking for the highest quality fireplaces, power washing, and masonry repairs now know who to call in Rockville, Chevy Chase, Potomac, and Bethesda. If you’re in the greater VA/MD/DC area and new to A&T Chimney Sweeps,…

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Why Does My Fireplace Still Smell?

By Chimney & Fireplace Health and Safety, Fireplace or Furnace Chimney Cleaning and Repair, Dryer Vent and Gutter Cleaning

Why Does My Fireplace Still Smell? By: Tim McGirl Avoiding Smoky Chimney Smells Wood burning fireplaces can leave your house with smoky smells even a few days after burning. You might have shut the glass doors on your fireplace immediately after using the fireplace but the chimney odors still remain lingering in your living room. If the smoky chimney smells persist despite removing the old ashes from the fireplace, there might be a couple of reasons of what could be causing the problem.   Creosote Buildup Over time, burning wood in the fireplaces can result in the buildup of creosote…

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Why Use a Wood Stove to Heat Your Home?

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Fuel cost are on the rise, and wood remains one of the cheapest fuels available. With the increased efficiency in today’s wood stove, they remain one of the most cost-effective heating methods available. The normal unit for determining heating cost is cost per million BTU (British Thermal Unit). Determining exact costs for wood are difficult due to varying costs of wood, variations in type of wood used, and variations in the size or density of a cord (3.62 m^3 of dried wood). However, the general consensus is the wood heat costs about $5-9 per million BTU. Compare this to the average cost of electrical heating, which is $13-15 per million BTU or natural gas at $11-13, and you can see the savings.

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New Fireplace Sales and Installation

By Fireplace or Furnace Chimney Cleaning and Repair, Dryer Vent and Gutter Cleaning, NOVA Chimney & Fireplace Repairs

A Full Service Fireplace Shop for Northern Virginia A&T Chimney Sweeps is now happy to announce themselves as an authorized, full service Regency dealer! As a full-service dealer, A&T Chimney Sweeps can now use their years of expertise to sell, service, and install Regency indoor fireplaces, outdoor fireplaces, wood stoves, and pellet stoves. Regency has long been the leader and chief innovator in wood and all manner of fireplaces, inserts and freestanding stoves. Through attention to flame, heat, efficiency, safety and quality, their engineers have combined the timeless love of a natural fire with today’s lifestyle and the latest technology….

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Summer Power Washing Suggestions

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Summer Power Washing Suggestions By: Tim McGirl “With the sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer.” ―F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby   Summer has officially arrived! As the days get shorter and shorter, our determination to make the most of them grows. Whether you’re looking forward to afternoons by the pool and grilling out with your family, or a Gatsby-level Independence Day bash for the whole neighborhood, whatever summer celebrations you’re planning, there is…

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Chimney Cleaning is Spring Cleaning

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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…

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New Bethesda Chimney Sweep Branch

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A&T Chimney Sweeps is Proud to Announce Their New Bethesda MD Branch Arrival   A&T Chimney Sweeps of Bethesda is the newest branch location for Northern Virginia’s top chimney cleaning and chimney repair company. The expansion into Maryland opens a new chapter for A&T. They have traditionally served the communities of Northern Virginia, and felt it was time to bring their high level of customer service, professionalism and expertise to residents of Bethesda and the surrounding communities.   As a full service chimney and fireplace service provider, A&T Chimney Sweeps offers a complete line of chimney and fireplace services. Some…

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