Yes, Chimney Doctors Installs Gas Fireplaces in Winter
In most Minnesota townhome and condo associations, the chimney is a common element and the association pays. Here’s how to confirm it in your declaration.
Why You Should Clean Your Chimney Before Fireplace Season
In most Minnesota townhome and condo associations, the chimney is a common element and the association pays. Here’s how to confirm it in your declaration.
Is Your Chimney Ready for Winter? Five Things to Check This Fall
In most Minnesota townhome and condo associations, the chimney is a common element and the association pays. Here’s how to confirm it in your declaration.
Who Pays for Chimney Repairs in a Minnesota HOA or Condo Association?
In most Minnesota townhome and condo associations, the chimney is a common element and the association pays. Here’s how to confirm it in your declaration.
How Often Should an HOA Inspect Shared Chimneys?
Every chimney, every year. What NFPA 211 requires, what Level 1, 2, and 3 inspections actually cover, and how Minnesota associations run it across a property.
Replacing Your Furnace? Don’t Forget the Water Heater Chimney
A furnace replacement can improve comfort and efficiency, but it may also change how your chimney works—especially when the furnace and water heater share the same masonry flue. Many older homes were built with a furnace and water heater venting into one chimney. The warm exhaust from both appliances helped create upward draft. If the […]
Why Won’t My Gas Fireplace Stay Lit?
A gas fireplace should start easily and produce a steady, attractive flame. If it turns off after a few minutes, needs several attempts to ignite, or refuses to start, the problem may be more than an inconvenience. Gas fireplaces use several components to ignite the flame, confirm that combustion is occurring safely, and vent exhaust […]
Buying a Home With a Fireplace? Get the Chimney Inspected Before Closing
A fireplace can make a home feel warm and inviting, but its most important components are often hidden. A clean-looking firebox does not confirm that the flue, liner, masonry, venting, or chimney structure is ready for use. Before purchasing a home with a fireplace, wood stove, or appliance-venting chimney, consider scheduling a dedicated chimney inspection. […]
Why Does My Fireplace Smell During the Summer?
Minnesota summers can bring heavy rain, strong winds, and sudden thunderstorms. After a storm, some homeowners discover water near the fireplace, staining around the chimney, or dampness in the attic. A leaking chimney should not be ignored. Even a small amount of water can damage masonry, ceilings, walls, insulation, and nearby building materials over time. […]
Why Is Water Leaking Through My Chimney After Summer Rain?
Minnesota summers can bring heavy rain, strong winds, and sudden thunderstorms. After a storm, some homeowners discover water near the fireplace, staining around the chimney, or dampness in the attic. A leaking chimney should not be ignored. Even a small amount of water can damage masonry, ceilings, walls, insulation, and nearby building materials over time. […]