Chimneys are important this time of year, both for keeping your house warm and for preparing for Santa Claus’s arrival. You want to make sure you’re getting the best chimney cleaning service possible.

A chimney sweep doesn’t need a top hat and a coat with tails to make sure your smokestack is clean and safe. But, it seems, some think it helps. “In the early days, we used to actually wear top hats ...

Portland-based Willard Power Vac announces expanded professional chimney cleaning services as homeowners prepare their heating systems for the upcoming winter months. The company, which has served the ...

When it's cold outside, there's nothing cozier than settling in by a roaring fire. But the charm can disappear fast if you're spending more time worrying about how much smoke is pouring into your ...

It’s hard to know when there’s a problem with your chimney. But an issue left unfixed can cause significant and costly damages. Unlike a leaky toilet or a malfunctioning oil burner, the signs of any ...

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