Amidst everything going on in the world, the Valley Chimney team is trying to keep everything as normal as possible right now, for your family and ours. We’re committed to safety above all else, and we wanted to reassure you…
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Water damage is the leading cause of chimney damage, and it can happen at any time. Chimneys are in a state of deterioration every day, they are exposed to the weather from all sides. When water gets into the chimney…
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Winter is in full swing now here in the Chicagoland suburbs, and it’s only going to get colder. Winter can be the worst time for masonry chimneys, according to the Chimney Safety Institute of America, masonry chimneys can incur more…
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It’s important to perform routine maintenance on your chimney; you don’t just need to worry about chimney sweeps and animals in your chimney, but you should also worry about your chimney liners. The chimney liner is one of the most…
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With winter here, you want to enjoy a nice evening by the fire, but you’ve tried lighting the fireplace and nothing happens. The last thing you want to worry about is something wrong with your fireplace, the good news is,…
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The weather has gotten colder, and Winter is in full swing. Illinois residents are already turning up the heat and starting the fireplace to stay warm at home. We cannot stress enough the importance of scheduling your annual inspection and…
Read MoreIt’s that time of year, the chilly weather has come and winter is just around the corner. As the weather gets colder, you’ll be looking forward to that first fire of the year. It’s a good idea to schedule your…
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National Chimney Safety Week is coming up (September 30 – October 6), and the Valley Chimney Sweep & Restoration team is celebrating! Every year, throughout the last week of September, the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) celebrates the week…
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Summer is coming to an end, which means fall and chilly weather is right around the corner, and before you know it, you’ll want to start a fire. Before lighting your first fire of the season though, the National Fire…
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Now that summer is in full swing, it’s important to make sure your home is taken care of for the hot Summer months. Valley Chimney can help cross these tasks off of your list as you enjoy Summer, but also…
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There are two types of chimneys, masonry and prefabricated, there are many pieces of chimney protection one can have. You should have a chimney cap, chase cover and crown on, to protect your chimney from animals, the Earth elements, and…
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Did you know that dryer vent fires are just as common as stove fires? In fact, there is 200 or more dryer vent annually in Illinois alone. The good news is, these fires are completely avoidable, and there are steps…
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