by Full Service Chimney | Oct 2, 2022 | Chimney Sweeps, Events, Fire Safety, Flue News, Promotions
Before Halloween, October is Chimney Safety Week, Fire Prevention Week, AND National Fireplace Month! October is ALL About Chimney and Fireplace Safety National Chimney Safety Week October 2 – 8, 2022 and is a public awareness event that often starts at the end...
by Full Service Chimney | Aug 21, 2021 | Chimney Cleaning, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweeps, Common Problems, Featured, Fire Safety, Fireplace and Chimney, Wood Burning
It’s falling into your fireplace or stuck to the walls. It can look dusty, puffy, flaky, or oily like tar. Is it soot, is it ash? Not entirely, no, it’s creosote buildup in your chimney, and you can’t stop it! However, it can be managed, reduced, or removed, and this...
by Full Service Chimney | Apr 23, 2021 | Fireplace and Chimney, Wood Burning
If you frequently operate a wood-burning fireplace, you’re probably wondering what to do with the fireplace ashes. Many homeowners view fireplace ash as a problematic aspect of burning wood, but we’re here to tell you about our 10 fantastic uses for fireplace ash!...
by Full Service Chimney | Mar 17, 2021 | Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety
If you own and operate any type of fireplace, you must practice frequent chimney maintenance. Like motor vehicles, both fireplace and appliance utility flues routinely need servicing over their lifespan. While we would all like to avoid the expense and hassle,...
by Full Service Chimney | Feb 18, 2021 | Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety
February 2021 has been a record-breaking cold season for the midwestern states. With sub-zero temperatures sustained for days and continued rolling blackouts across the country including our Kansas City area. Preparing for the unexpected and learning how to keep your...