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tips for restoring your home after a chimney fire

One seemingly small chimney fire can cause a lot of damage to your home. The smoke and soot caused by the fire and the water used to put it out can be devastating to the interior and exterior of the home. Having just gone through the cleanup and repair efforts myself, I can help you get through it with a little more knowledge than I had as I was going through it. On my website, you will find some tips that can help get rid of the odor left behind, how to dry out some of the furnishings that may have been damaged and many other useful tips.

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tips for restoring your home after a chimney fire

Before You Light Your First Fire, Follow These Safety Tips

8 December 2015
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A fireplace can add warmth and joy to a home. If this will be your first winter in a home with a wood-burning fireplace, you're probably excited to start using it. However, it's really important to follow a few safety precautions first to ensure your warmth and joy are not displaced by flames and injuries. Check your chimney for creosote. Creosote is an oily black substance that can build up in the chimney over time. Read More 

Installing A Fireplace Yourself? 4 Mistakes You’ll Want To Make Sure To Avoid

8 September 2015
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If you've decided to install a fireplace wall unit yourself, then it can be helpful to know a few of the installation mistakes that are potentially dangerous and common. Here are four of them: 1. Problems with the Firewall Wall Unit Size. Fireplace wall units come as pre-fabricated pieces that simply need to be installed into the wall. However, because of this, you need to make certain that you choose the right size. Read More 

Are There Situations In Which Asbestos Can Be Left Alone?

14 May 2015
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Are you wondering whether the asbestos in your property needs to be removed? Asbestos can be incredibly dangerous, but there are certain circumstances in which it may be sufficiently contained so that it doesn't need to be taken out entirely.  If the Asbestos Is Fully Contained Asbestos in walls, such as asbestos insulation, usually isn't a danger as long as it is contained. But it needs to be fully contained -- even small amounts of asbestos entering into the air over a long period of time can cause health issues. Read More 

5 Safety Risks To Spot Right Away When Buying A Fixer-Upper

14 April 2015
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When buying a fixer upper, it is key to hire a reputed and professional home inspector. You don't have to hire the first person your real estate agent suggests. It's best to do your homework when choosing a home inspector and even better to follow them around during the inspection so you have a good idea of your home's repair needs. Some of the things these inspectors will check are more time-sensitive in reference to health safety and should be checked right away before working in or around the home. Read More