by Paul Bianco | Dec 11, 2019 | Chimney, Maintenance, Safety
Most homeowners know that chimney sweeping is an essential part of maintaining their home’s safety. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America, chimneys should be inspected annually and, if needed, swept. But how much you should expect to pay for this...
by Paul Bianco | Apr 24, 2018 | Chimney, Maintenance
By avoiding the busy fall season you can schedule chimney cleaning at your convenience … and maybe save some cash. I have been in and around the chimney service business since I was 14 years old. Fall has always been the busy season, and the fall rush is a crazy time...
by Paul Bianco | Oct 14, 2017 | Chimney, Fireplace, Heating, Maintenance, Safety
Paul Bianco, owner of Chimney Savers, has been running the family business with his father for many years. Bianco has a team of experienced chimney technicians and masonry artisans in his employ who are licensed to provide a full range of chimney cleaning and repair...
by Paul Bianco | Jul 17, 2017 | Fireplace, Maintenance
As I meet with hundreds of members of the wood-burning public each month, I find that creosote is one of the most misunderstood topics relating to their stove. Many customers, especially those burning older non-catalytic stoves, assume that creosote is just a normal...
by Paul Bianco | Jul 17, 2017 | Fireplace, Maintenance
Fireplace smoke chambers have recently become a hot topic among homeowners (no pun intended)! Working on a minimum of four chimneys a day for the past seven years has given me plenty of time to think about and discuss the topic. First, we need to understand a little...
by Paul Bianco | Jul 17, 2017 | Fireplace, Maintenance
A UL-Listed Insulation That Doesn’t Work This article is not directed at anyone or any company, but rather at the process, and in the name of doing quality work. Being in the chimney business for over 20 years has allowed me to witness most kinds of...
