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In Wisconsin, we see a variety of weather conditions throughout the year that can be sometimes extreme. These extreme changes in the weather can be hard on us and our homes and specifically chimneys. That’s right. Your chimney goes through its own struggles during bad weather. In this post, we […] Read more

Does your home have a chimney? If so, do you know what chimney tuckpointing or repointing service is? If you don’t, you’re not alone. Lots of chimney owners have no clue what tuckpointing is and why it is important for the functionality of your chimney and fireplace. What is Tuckpointing? […] Read more

Wisconsinites know that the winters here can be bitterly cold and last for months. Before you’re left in the cold without a properly working chimney, give a professional chimney sweep a call. Don’t just assume that your chimney is functioning up to standard.  Schedule an appointment ahead of the winter […] Read more

Do you own a home with a historic fireplace or chimney? Are you ready to bring it back to life? The Original Chimney Specialists are here to help. Our expert team focuses on remodeling, restoring, and repairing chimneys in ways that remain true to the intended original architecture. Regardless of […] Read more

Are you concerned that there’s mold growing in your fireplace and chimney? It is common for mold to grow indoors but it is extremely dangerous for your health. A musty odor is usually the first sign of mold growing in your fireplace and should be taken seriously. If you have […] Read more

There’s nothing like cool summer evenings to gather friends and family around a fire. Of course, campfires in residential areas are frowned upon if not illegal. Still, there is a way to enjoy the pleasures of a fire without the danger of starting a neighborhood catastrophe and of being on […] Read more

Summer is just about upon us. Whether you live in a part of the country where temperatures get sizzling hot or not, you may want to consider closing the fireplace damper. For one thing, the shuttering of the damper will help keep the cool air generated by your air conditioner […] Read more

When one thinks about a fireplace, they are commonly reminiscing about the warm toasty nights during the winter that a burning fireplace offered to a home. Fireplaces are not commonly thought of as something to use in the summer. Actually, a fireplace can be used in the summer, or any […] Read more

One major piece of the puzzle for accumulating wealth is your home. You certainly don’t want its value to decrease over time. As your most important asset, you want its value to increase. You may not realize it, but appraisers consider the fireplace feature as one which assists in assuring […] Read more

Many people think that anything associated with the chimney stays with the chimney. However, that isn’t always the case. Consider the venting needs of your home appliances. Yes, it is true that the vents on a chimney assist in removing the smoke, gases, and other byproducts resulting from a fire […] Read more