Before you light that first log, it’s important that your fireplace is fully operational and up to code. At Southern Chimneys in Atlanta, we’ve helped many ATL homeowners get their chimneys ready for winter. Here’s a simplified,8 step guide to make...
Fireplaces and wood stoves provide both affordable heat and the beauty of a real fire all winter long. However, they rely on clear and clean chimneys to send smoke and gases out of the home so your air stays clean and clear. Learning when to clean your chimney helps...
While it is still quite hot in Georgia, as the cooler months start to approach, many Georgia homeowners begin dreaming of cozy evenings by the fire. But before you light that first log or turn on your gas logs, there’s one critical question to ask: Is your chimney...
If you own a home in Georgia with a fireplace, one of the most overlooked — yet most essential — components of your chimney system is the chimney cap. This small but mighty piece of hardware sits at the very top of your chimney flue and acts as the first line of...
When summer hits Georgia, most homeowners shift their focus to air conditioning and backyard BBQs—not their chimney. But while your fireplace may be taking a seasonal break, your chimney is still exposed to heat, humidity, and summer storms that can cause real damage...
There is a specific kind of magic that settles over Atlanta this time of year. The Dogwoods are beginning to… Read more: April Showers or Fireplace Leaks? Why Spring Rain is the Ultimate Test for Your Chimney
As the Georgia wildflowers begin to bloom and the humid breeze returns to the Greater Atlanta area, homeowners often think… Read more: Critters in the Chimney: A Spring Chimney Guide to Keeping Raccoons, Squirrels, and Birds Out of Your Flue