by Ignite Local | Sep 8, 2026 | Advice
Water dripping down your firebox or staining the ceiling near your chimney is never a good sign. If you’ve noticed damp brick, a musty smell, or actual water inside your home, your chimney is telling you something is wrong. The good news is that most chimney...
by Ignite Local | Aug 4, 2026 | Advice
If you’ve never had your chimney inspected, the terminology can feel confusing fast. Your chimney sweep mentions a “Level 2 inspection” and you’re left wondering if that means something’s wrong. It usually doesn’t. The truth is,...
by Ignite Local | Jul 13, 2026 | Advice
If you use your fireplace regularly, you have probably wondered how often a chimney should be cleaned to stay safe and efficient. The answer depends on a few key factors, and knowing them can help you avoid costly repairs, house fires, and poor air quality in your...
by Ignite Local | Jun 15, 2026 | Advice
If you have a fireplace in your Seattle home, chances are you aren’t thinking about it right now. But the rainy season will arrive in a few months, the evenings will grow cooler, and that first cozy fire of the year will sound pretty great. But before you light...
by Ignite Local | May 6, 2026 | Advice
If you use a fireplace or wood stove in Edmonds, your chimney is working hard every heating season. Most homeowners don’t think about their chimney until something goes wrong. But waiting too long can lead to dangerous — and expensive — problems. Chimney safety...
by Ignite Local | Apr 7, 2026 | Advice
Chimney condensation is one of the most overlooked problems a homeowner can face — and one of the most damaging. If you’ve noticed dark stains on your chimney, a musty smell in your home, or water dripping inside your firebox, condensation may be the culprit....