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Fireplace Backdraft & Chimney Downdraft
Fireplace draft stops smoke from going up the chimney like it should, in turn making your time spent by the hearth a smokey mess! During the busy burning season, our chimney sweeps get frequent...
Chimney Inspection in Kansas City
Occasionally we receive calls from customers who haven't had their chimney cleaned or even inspected in many years. A customer called recently who had not used their chimney in 15 years and wanted...
Convert a Wood Fireplace to Gas
So, you want to convert a wood fireplace to gas? Well, it's possible and you have options! Changing a fireplace to gas logs or installing a new gas insert is a common home improvement choice that...
Congratulations Master Chimney Sweep
Today we celebrate and offer our congratulations to the Original Kansas City Chimney Sweep for being designated the 47th Master Chimney Sweep in America! An accomplishment that is the pinnacle...
How to Fix Chimney Leaks
If you're wondering how to fix chimney leaks, then you've come to the right place. This post will discuss do-it-yourself leak repairs, but first, we'll dive right into the how and why of leaky...
Chimney Sweep Bird Issues
By Robert Berry, MCS#47 Birds in chimneys have, and will always be part of a chimney sweep’s experience. For a midwestern chimney sweep, bird issues start in early spring. Every year, it seems bird...
Ventless Gas Fireplace Pros & Cons
Ventless Gas Fireplace Inserts offer homeowners an alternative to conventional masonry fireplace chimneys. However, due to safety concerns, caution must be exercised before choosing them for your...
Chimney Soot and Creosote Dangers
When you see a build-up of soot in or around your fireplace, then you can take that as a BIG SIGN that there's an underlying problem. When it comes to the safety of burning systems in our homes, you...
What Are Ventless Gas Logs
Ventless gas logs are a type of gas appliance that exhausts into the living space of a home. Gas fireplaces, heaters, and logs of this technology are commonly referred to as “vent-free” or...