Hi, I am Melissa from NorthlineExpress and I love to accessorize but my favorite accessories are the ones that save me time. That is why today I am going to tell you about the WoodEze 4-way Wedge. The 4-ton 4-way wedge or the 7-ton 4-way wedge are both great additions to double your productivity when…
DetailsThere are many different variables that may affect the way a chimney functions just as there are many variables involved with the drafting of a fireplace. Basically, the chimney has to do its job and pull the smoke up. If this does not happen, the smoke can roll out the top of the fireplace opening…
DetailsA chimney cap plays important roles in the health of your home’s masonry chimney. Many homeowners’ do not realize the importance of a chimney cap. Some just think that a chimney cap is for the aesthetic appeal of a masonry chimney. This could not be further from the truth! I am here to information you…
DetailsHi, I am Melissa from NorthlineExpress and it is the time of year again to start thinking about cleaning your chimney. Whether you are a frequent burner or an infrequent burner, cleaning your chimney is definitely something that you need to take care of. Today we are going to talk about how to clean your…
DetailsHaving a clean chimney in important in preventing chimney fires from occurring and resulting in the potential loss of your home. This is a job that as a homeowner you want to make sure is done correctly and thoroughly. Whether you are cleaning your chimney yourself or hiring a professional, the cleaner needs to be…
DetailsCleaning your chimney from the top down with a brush and rod is the most commonly used method by DIY chimney cleaners. This type of cleaning method requires you to be on the roof of your home. This method will also result in the least amount of cleanup inside the house. The debris can be…
DetailsCleaning a chimney yourself is a big task especially if it is your first time ever doing it. If you are anything like I am you want to be totally prepared before you begin the task! I like to be very knowledgeable of the task at hand and also have all of the necessary tools…
DetailsMost homeowners that are installing a wood stove or freestanding fireplace just want to get the right venting components with the least amount of hassle as possible. There are so many brands, sizes, and types of stove pipe out there that it can get confusing. Today we are going to take a more in depth…
DetailsKeeping your family and home safe from the possibility of a chimney fire is the most important reason to properly clean and maintain your chimney system. Cleaning a home’s chimney is meant to remove soot, blockages, and creosote for a safer operation during the heating season. It only takes a matter of minutes for a…
DetailsRoof pitch relates to the slope and inclination angle of a roof in the construction field. The primary purpose of a pitched roof is to redirect rainwater. In general, the pitch of the roof is proportional to the amount of precipitation. Houses in areas of low rainfall frequently have roofs of low pitch while those…
DetailsChimney cleaning and maintenance is a must! If chimney cleaning is not done properly it can lead to the total loss of a home. That is a loss that no one wants to feel. No matter if you have a wood burner, pellet stove, gas fireplace, or other appliance that exhausts through a chimney system…
DetailsAt this time you have either made the decision to purchase a wood stove or you have already purchased one. Now you need to determine all of the flue components you will need to complete the installation. For someone who has little to no knowledge of chimney pipe just determining what supplies are needed can…
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