As much as we all love to sit, unwind and relax by the fireplace, it is important to remember all of the essential safety tips that homeowners with a chimney fireplace should follow. Accidents can happen at a moment’s notice. When dealing with fire, it’s important for homeowners to know what to do if an accident should come about.
At Davis Brothers Masonry, the top choice for foundation repair in Voorhees, NJ, and other local areas, we provide tips so that people can safely enjoy their chimney. Here are some tips for burning wood in your fireplace responsibly:
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As the summer weather finally starts to leave the area, many homeowners all across South Jersey will soon be preparing their home for the winter weather. The upper East Coast is home to some very grueling winters. Between heavy rain, snow and freezing temperatures, making sure your home is able to handle Mother Nature come January and February is very important.
At Davis Brothers Masonry, a leading fireplace maintenance company in Cherry Hill, NJ, and the surrounding areas, we know firsthand how brutal the winter storms and temperatures can be. We also know how much damage can be done to a building that isn’t prepared for the winter weather. Aside from making sure your windows, siding and roof are in good condition before winter, you should also do the same for your chimney. Here are a few ways we tell homeowners to prepare their chimney for the colder weather:
Anyone who has a chimney in their home understands how crucial it is to have a reliable masonry company they can depend on. Whether it’s for chimney repair, an annual chimney cleaning, or brick pointing in Cherry Hill, NJ, or another local area, it’s important to have a company you can trust. South Jersey homeowners in need of a company that they can depend on are encouraged to consider Davis Brothers Chimney Sweep & Masonry. Located in Egg Harbor Township, we are proud to be a top choice for chimney sweep in Cumberland County.
Here are just some of the reasons why homeowners continue to rely on us for all their chimney needs year after year:
Tuckpointing is a critical procedure to preserve the life of a chimney, which is why we offer chimney pointing and repointing services, in addition to foundation repair in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. There are many benefits to performing timely tuckpointing to lengthen the life of your chimney, of which we’ll detail a few in today’s article.
We’ve all heard people say something like: “you need to have a good foundation before you can succeed.” Of course, these people could be talking about a variety of things: work, education, etc. But the most literal thing that people need a good foundation for is their home.
We can all agree that the strongest part of your home should be its foundation. If a house is built on a weak foundation, everything built on top of it is at risk of collapsing. Most people don’t think about the current condition of their home’s foundation, especially if their basement is finished, but it is essential to check up on to ensure its quality. We offer foundation crack repair in Atlantic County, NJ and the surrounding areas to help people make sure that their home is built on a safe and solid foundation.
Although many homeowners may fancy themselves when it comes to fixing things around the house, there is one area that should always be left to the professionals: chimneys. A dirty chimney can be dangerous because it can be a serious health risk for you and your family. Let the experts at Davis Brothers Chimney Sweep & Masonry handle your chimney needs. As the leading Cape May, NJ masonry company, we have proudly served the South Jersey area for over 50 years.
Here are three reasons you should have your chimney cleaned by the professionals at Davis Brothers Chimney Sweep & Masonry:
Surely the chimney got some heavy use this season. Cleaning chimneys now will save homeowners from an arduous cleaning experience at the start of next winter. Those who have chimneys in their home should have them cleaned at least once a year. Now that chimneys have soot buildup from a season’s worth of use, it’s the best possible time to clear off the fresh excess and have a clean chimney ready to go in a few months. Additionally, the Atlantic County Masonry company is now offering a free chimney inspection with every cleaning. Continue reading
Davis Brothers Masonry & Chimney Sweep is now offering masonry services for spring 2014. A chimney with several winters of heavy use under its belt may need to be cleaned, relined, or rebuilt. The Atlantic County masonry group specializes in chimney repair and restoration. Such maintenance is necessary for safe and efficient use of home chimneys. Get a free chimney safety inspection with a coupon available at davisbrothersmasonry.net to determine if it is time for an upgrade. Continue reading
Davis Brothers Masonry & Chimney Sweep is now offering chimney cleaning and sweeping for winter 2014. It’s been a particularly cold season, and the need for chimney cleaning in Cape May County is as high as ever. Davis Brothers Masonry & Chimney Sweep will sweep chimneys and remove any animals. Their technicians can install dampers, caps, and liners if needed to help keep the chimney cleaner over time. Haven’t had a cleaning done in a while? They recommend homeowners have chimneys cleaned once a year. Keeping chimneys clean is important for safety reasons, especially in times of heavy use like the winter. Continue reading