(er… Fall? Depends where you live – it was in the 30’s a few mornings here in Central Indiana where CSIA is HQ’d) “Busy season” has kicked off for Certified Chimney Sweeps® across the country. Usually from Labor Day through January,...
Plainfield, IN – According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC), an average of 22,300 chimney fires occurred annually in the United States between 2011 and 2013, and although this represents a slight drop from previous years, the Chimney...
Happy Friday! Thank you to everyone who has been following along with us as we promote the safe and efficient use of fireplaces and chimneys. Before I dive into today’s topic, I want to recap our previous blog posts for those who are joining us for the first...
If you’ve been following along over the last couple of days, you’ve heard us talk about how to choose the right firewood and how to troubleshoot a poorly drafting chimney — things you, as a homeowner, can (and should) do on your own to ensure your...
Plainfield, IN – According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC), an average of 22,300 chimney fires occurred annually in the United States between 2011 and 2013, and although this represents a slight drop from previous years, the Chimney...
Picture this: you do your due diligence as a responsible homeowner and decide it’s time for your annual chimney inspection. You hit up the internet for a local chimney sweep who, after a few minutes of poking around your chimney, provides you...
