April 14, 2023
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Keeping your fireplace clean and maintained is an essential part of safety. Here are some signs that you may be overdue for a chimney cleaning. Bird Or Animal Nests Birds and other animals build nests to provide a safe and warm place for their young to live. They use a wide range of materials including fur, leaves, grasses, mosses, twigs, branches, bones, and even wool and spider silk. The type of nest a bird chooses depends on its location and environment. On some occasions, the venue can be your chimney. With that said, it’s definitely time to clean your chimney... View Article
March 7, 2023
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Spring is often the time of year that homeowners notice their chimneys are starting to run into issues. If left untreated, these problems could grow worse and lead to major repairs. The best way to avoid these problems is to have a certified chimney technician come out and inspect your chimney once a year. But that’s not always possible, especially if you live in a warmer climate. Moisture During the rainy spring months, your chimney may begin to show signs of moisture issues. These may appear as stains on the inside of the chimney or a white stain in sections... View Article
January 18, 2023
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A fireplace and a chimney are great things, but when they are blocked, it can be impossible to use them and can also pose great danger. Knowing how to spot a blocked chimney can help you get your fireplace up and running this winter. There are a few signs you can look out for that will help you determine whether your chimney needs to be cleaned and unblocked. Can a Chimney Get Clogged? A chimney can certainly get clogged. It can get clogged by any number of things. Birds’ nests, debris from trees like leaves and sticks, soot, mouse nests and... View Article
August 18, 2022
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Should I hire a professional to clean my chimney? As a homeowner, you might think that you can clean your chimney yourself and save some money. A majority of homeowners have adopted such approaches and cleaned their chimneys with ease. However, as trends have consistently shown, it’s always essential to consider working with professional chimney cleaners as they offer multiple benefits, as discussed below. 1. Great Cost Savings Is it worth hiring a professional to clean my chimney? The cost of hiring professionals is lower than the cost of repairing or replacing the damage caused by a chimney fire. Also,... View Article
August 18, 2022
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There are a lot of reasons to get your chimney cleaned out regularly, and it is best to hire a professional who knows what they are doing. Marcell’s Specialities Inc. is dedicated to helping our customers receive the professional help that they need right when they need it. What we want people to know is that they need a professional to clean their chimney on a regular basis. Getting it done by a professional is the best way to ensure that it is done properly right from the start. Should I Hire a Professional to Clean My Chimney? You may... View Article
