What every Powell homeowner should know about chimneys covering sweep frequency, flue safety, chimney leaks, caps, masonry, and hiring smart.
Here is how how to cap off a chimney really works for a Powell home, in plain terms.
Read more →Most Powell chimney confusion starts with not knowing which kind you have. Here is how to tell a factory-built chimney from a full-masonry one, and why the difference changes everything about caring for it.
Read more →A leak around the fireplace on a newer Powell home almost always traces back to one overlooked part: the chase cover. Here is what it is, why it fails, and how to stop the damage.
Read more →Creosote is the buildup that makes a chimney dangerous, and how fast it forms is largely in your control. Here is what creosote is, why Powell fireplaces tend to build it fast, and how to burn cleaner.
Read more →Water is the number one enemy of a Powell chimney, and the freeze-thaw cycle is how it does its damage. Here is how water gets in, what it destroys, and how to stop it before it costs a rebuild.
Read more →Before you light the first fire of the season, it is worth knowing whether your chimney is actually safe to use. Here are the hidden problems an inspection finds and the signs at home that say call sooner.
Read more →The chimney trade has its share of fear-sellers and bait-and-switch operators. Here is how to tell an honest Powell chimney company from a bad one, and the questions that keep you covered.
Read more →One call to a real Powell chimney sweep and we scans the whole flue, documents the condition, with no surprises at the end.