If you have a wood-burning fireplace in your home, it can be very helpful to know the secrets behind making that...
Mr. Smokestack Blog
We Cleaned the Chimneys and the Fireplaces in the Governor’s Mansion
Earlier this year, Mr. Smokestack had the distinctive honor to be chosen as the professional chimney sweeps of the...
We Use FireGuard Chimney Relining System
When the clay tile liner in your masonry chimney has become cracked and damaged, Mr. Smokestack can restore and reline...
Dealing with Chimney Swifts
Have you been hearing the sounds of birds chirping in your chimney? It’s probably not your imagination. In fact, it’s...
Get Those Stains Off Your Fireplace!
Not only can Mr. Smokestack be sure your fireplace and chimney functions correctly and safely, but we can also make...
Upgrade Your Fireplace to a More Efficient Wood-Burning Insert
Were your heating bills exceptionally higher this past winter? Are you concerned with your older masonry fireplace...
Why You Should Hire a CSIA-Certified Chimney Sweep
When it is time for you to schedule your annual chimney cleaning and inspecting, hiring a chimney sweep who has been...
Fireplace and Firebox Restoration Options
Our staff at Mr. Smokestack would like to not only be sure your fireplace and chimney work safely and properly, but we...
Wood-Burning Stoves and Fireplace Inserts: Much More Efficient Than Open Fireplaces
For those who have an older masonry fireplace, the downsides of an open fireplace are very familiar. Even though you...
Keep Out The Cold & Hot Air With A Top Sealing Damper
A damper is a crucial component of every chimney and is necessary for creating an energy-efficient home. The damper's...
Artificial Firelogs: Good or Bad for Your Fireplace?
Sometimes the chores of having a wood-burning fireplace can get old. Our customers in Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, and...
The Stack Effect: How Winter Affects Your Chimney
Here in the Raleigh area, we have already seen the temperatures drop below freezing this winter, and the cold season...
Why Is It So Important to Hire a CSIA-Certified Chimney Sweep
Hiring a chimney sweep who has been certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) to perform your annual...
The Luck of the Chimney Sweep
You may have heard that chimney sweeps bring luck with them, and you wondered why a chimney sweep would be so lucky....
All About Proper Ash Removal
Whenever you have a wood or pellet-fueled fire, you will be left with ashes and ash residue left behind for you to...
Wood-Burning Tips for the Perfect Holiday Fire
In our last post, Mr. Smokestack talked about what NOT to do with your fireplace during the holiday season, and we...
Holiday Fireplace Safety Tips
In many homes around the world, the fireplace is a central and traditional focus as a place to gather, as a part of...
Why Hiring a CSIA-Certified Chimney Sweep Is So Important
Known as the chimney industry standard setter, the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) was founded in 1983 as...
Help! There’s an Animal in My Chimney
When animals take up residence in your chimney, it can be a dangerous situation - both for the animals and for your...
What Causes Chimney Odors?
Having a fireplace can increase your enjoyment and relaxation in your home; however, sometimes, unpleasant odors can...
Why is Using Local Seasoned Firewood So Important?
You may have heard that local seasoned firewood is the best kind of fuel for your wood-burning fireplace or stove,...
Carbon Monoxide F.A.Q.
All About Carbon Monoxide When chimney professionals talk to you about the potential hazards in your chimney system,...
All About Masonry Chimney Restoration
While most types of masonry will need repairs at some point, chimneys are particularly susceptible to damage, as their...
All About Chimney Liners
According to the CSIA, problems in your chimney’s flue can pose serious risks to your home and family, as it’s no...
Foul-smelling Fireplace?
Stinky Fireplace? If you notice a strong odor coming from your fireplace, chances are there is a problem going on in...
6 Questions to Ask Your Chimney Sweep
Choosing the right company to handle all of your chimney and fireplace needs can be a tough task. Knowing which...
Want to Save Money?
When coupons, sales ads, and reduced shopping trips still are not cutting it when trying to save money, people will...
What Your Chimney Needs this Spring
At Mr. Smokestack, we have the most correspondence with our valued clients during the cooler months, when fireplaces,...
Basics of Ash Removal
Warm weather, honey-do lists, and spring-cleaning are all fast approaching as we finally escape the frigid winter...
All about Molds in Chimneys
When you think of mold in your home, you automatically think of your basement, as that is typically where it tends to...