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The Hidden Risk When Replacing a Gas Appliance   Upgrading a gas furnace, boiler, or water heater feels like a smart move. With better efficiency, lower energy bills, and improved comfort what is there to lose? But what many homeowners don’t realize is that changing a gas appliance can create serious chimney and venting hazards…

Thinking about upgrading your fireplace or converting from wood to gas? You’re not alone. Many homeowners are looking for the perfect balance between comfort, efficiency, and ambiance. At Brickhaus Chimney, we walk clients through this decision every week. Here’s a simple breakdown to help you choose the fireplace setup that fits your lifestyle. Wood-Burning Fireplaces…

When homeowners think about chimney dangers, they usually picture something obvious like smoke backing up, falling bricks, or a feisty raccoon squatting in the flue. But the real threat is quieter: creosote.   At Brickhaus Chimney, we consider creosote the “silent troublemaker” hiding inside thousands of chimneys across Chicagoland. Here’s what you should know to…

Your fireplace may look fine from the living room — but up on the roof, your chimney might be telling a different story. As temperatures drop, moisture, heat, and freeze-thaw cycles take a toll on brick, mortar, and flue liners. Ignoring those small issues now could mean big repair bills (and chilly nights) later.  …

There’s something about fall that makes us crave that warm glow of a crackling fire. But here’s the truth — as the temps drop, most homeowners fire up their fireplace without a second thought about what’s lurking inside the chimney. Built-up soot, hidden cracks, or a stubborn bird’s nest can turn that cozy night in…

The Unsung Hero of Your Home: Your furnace flue liner may not win any popularity contests, but it’s the quiet hero keeping your gas appliances safe. Neglect it, and you could be hosting a surprise carbon monoxide chimney risk party — and trust us, nobody wants an invite. The Problem Hiding in Plain Sight A…

Cozy Fires, Not Smoke Alarms As fall approaches, most homeowners are dreaming of cozy nights by the fireplace — not starring in their own smoky disaster movie. That’s why scheduling a chimney inspection near me is one of the smartest moves you can make. Regular chimney cleaning in the Chicago suburbs keeps your fireplace running…

Why do some homes have weird metal things on top of their chimneys and some don’t? What are they? What do they do? Some are nice and shinny, others are clay or made of Jimmy’s old license plates? These, minus the license plates are chimney caps! In this blog, we’ll cover why chimney caps are…

One of the biggest questions we get is: “Why do I need my chimney inspected? We never use it.” In this blog, we’ll cover why chimney inspections are important, key issues they help prevent, and when to call in the professionals.   Do I Need a Chimney Inspection If I Don’t Use My Fireplace? Short…

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