Month: January 2020

The fireplace in your Indianapolis home helps make winter a little more manageable. It may be tempting to use your fireplace for disposal or to know what is safe to burn. Safe fireplace use reduces the risk of disastrous fires and helps protect your home and family. In order to be a responsible fireplace user, […]

Your fireplace is an ideal centerpiece for your Nashville home, that serves as a hub for cozy nights and family gatherings. Wood-burning fireplaces are still a common choice in new homes and are very prevalent in older homes. While you do not necessarily need to clean out ash after ever fire, you will eventually need […]

Your annual chimney sweep and inspection keep your chimney in its best condition, so you can enjoy the fireplace in your Indianapolis home year and after year. As you look for the best chimney sweep in the area, you may be wondering what exactly a chimney sweep is and what skills they require. In the […]

A cozy, warm fire in the fireplace of your Indianapolis home helps make the brutal winters a bit easier. There is no better feeling than gathering around the fire with a book, family, or friends during the winter season. Once you are done enjoying your fire for the evening you can not simply let it […]

Gas fireplaces are quickly gaining popularity as an alternative heating source in Nashville homes. With a gas fireplace, there is no need to source real wood, and gas fireplaces are highly efficient. Generally, gas fireplaces are easy to use and require minimal maintenance. Here we explain the best practices for using the gas fireplace in […]

Selling your home is exciting, yet stressful. The Real Estate industry is everchanging, competitive, and involves a bit of luck. However, when you place your home on the market does matter. It has been long said that spring is the ideal time to sell, but this is not always true. The best time to sell […]

The best way to protect your chimney and keep it working its best is with a yearly chimney sweep and inspection from an experienced professional. While there is definitely no wrong time to schedule your chimney sweep, spring is the ideal season to have the chimney of your Nashville home professionally swept and inspected. Here […]

Your fireplace and chimney are exceptional assets for surviving the cold, long Indianapolis winters. A high-quality, professional chimney sweep is one of the best ways to keep your chimney clean, efficient, and safe. Unfortunately, some unqualified people may pose as professional chimney sweeps in order to scam you out of your money. An experienced professional […]

In order for masonry to maintain its aesthetic and structural value, it must be properly cared for. This means staying on top of maintenance and addressing any repairs as soon as possible. Damaged mortar is a serious concern that can lead to irreparable damage to your entire mason structure. Repointing, or tuckpointing, is a process […]

Whether you are buying, selling, or looking to remodel, you are looking for the key pieces of a home that increase its value. Some features are worth the investment or are ones you should look for in a home, and others are less important. The search for features that add value to a home is […]