by Jeremy Mitchell | Jun 14, 2016 | Chimney Cap
Since so many trees are being cut down for construction and development purposes, wild animals like birds, squirrels, and raccoons are choosing chimneys as nesting spots. Unfortunately, these critters can do a lot of damage to chimneys, and there is always the...
by Jeremy Mitchell | Jun 12, 2015 | Chimney Swifts
Have you been hearing the sounds of birds chirping in your chimney? It’s probably not your imagination. In fact, it’s not at all uncommon for birds to set up camp in your flue in hopes of staying warmer and safer from predators. And one of the most notorious for...
by Jeremy Mitchell | Oct 7, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance
When animals take up residence in your chimney, it can be a dangerous situation – both for the animals and for your family and home! Here at Mr. Smokestack, we’ve seen firsthand how various critters can damage your chimney system, trigger foul odors, and...
