by Michael Schock | Sep 13, 2022 | Level 2 Chimney Inspection
Are you in the process of buying or selling a home? If so, you’ll need to schedule a level 2 chimney inspection. A level 2 chimney inspection is more extensive than a level 1 and is typically required when there are changes to the structure of the fireplace (adding a... by Michael Schock | Aug 15, 2022 | Chimney Fires
Chimney fires pose a serious threat to homes and families, and doing what you can to avoid them is imperative. Creosote is one of the primary reasons why chimney fires happen which means, to prevent fires from bursting out in your chimney, it’s crucial to have... by Michael Schock | Jul 11, 2022 | Chimney Inspection
Owning a chimney offers a lot of benefits – but it also requires a lot of responsibility. You’ll need to make sure that your chimney is properly maintained and cleaned before the start of your burning season to ensure it operates safely and efficiently.... by Michael Schock | Jun 16, 2022 | Top-Sealing Damper
Fireplaces can significantly boost a home’s interior value, and they can play a big role in heating your home during the colder months, allowing you to lower your heating bills in the process. Because of this, investing in professional chimney and fireplace care is a... by Michael Schock | May 25, 2022 | Fireplace Updates
Over the coming months, you may want to look into fireplace update options for spring and summer. However, you may not know quite where to start and, though you probably have a budget in mind for the perfect upgrade, it would be good to know if it’s enough.... by Michael Schock | Apr 8, 2022 | Chimney Leaks
It’s officially springtime, and we’re definitely experiencing those classic spring rains throughout the Pittsburgh area. And while these rains help to hydrate our lawns and gardens before the hot summer months, there are other areas of your home that... by Michael Schock | Mar 8, 2022 | Fireplace Cleaning
Spring is nearly upon us! This is a great time of year as the snow starts melting and nicer days finally start making more of an appearance. Before long, flowers will be blooming and we’ll be ditching boots, gloves, and heavy coats for shorts and tank tops. But with... by Michael Schock | Feb 9, 2022 | Chimney Cap Ice
Have you looked up recently only to notice an alarming amount of snow and ice on your chimney cap? For many this immediately brings up some concerns in terms of venting and potential chimney damage. The good news is that many times there’s no need to worry about some... by Michael Schock | Jan 17, 2022 | Fireplace Safety
It’s only mid-January, meaning we still have weeks of winter left ahead of us. And here in Pittsburgh and its surrounding cities, that means more snow, ice, and freezing temperatures are yet to come! Because of this, fireplaces throughout the area are likely to... by Michael Schock | Dec 18, 2021 | Dryer Vent Cleaning
We’ve had decades of experience bringing homeowners the best chimney care possible, but did you know we can also perform your annual dryer vent cleaning? That’s right – here at Advance Chimney Specialists, we aim to do all we can to ensure homeowners in and near...
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