Month: July 2020

Water, Smoke & Animal Problems Solved, Cleaning & All Repairs

Soot Away Chimney Sweeps Water, Smoke & Animal Problems Solved, Cleaning & All Repairs Spring has arrived and everything is coming to life. Everyone seems to go to work on their house, yard, gardens, etc. At SootAway we know the chimney area is the dirtiest,...

Pensacola, Florida Chimney Sweep

Pensacola, a city known for its snow-white beaches, and History. Pensacola is the oldest settlement in the united states dating all the way back to 1559.  When hiring a chimney sweep you need someone who is well known in the community as well as someone who knows and...

Planning on selling or buying a home?

Are you planning on selling or buying a home? There are a lot of responsibilities that come with ownership. Experienced homeowners know the struggles that are included when you own a home, and the latter will find out eventually! Whether you are selling your home or...

Not all chimney companies are created equal

Chimney season is right around the corner and will be here before you know it! Now is the time to schedule your annual appointment while Chimney Sweeps still have openings! During the season, it is common for sweeping companies and technicians to be booked three to...
Have You Had Your Annual Chimney Inspection?

Have You Had Your Annual Chimney Inspection?

We are a little more than halfway into our year of 2020, and although it has not been one of the most riveting, the question still stands- have you had your annual chimney inspection? With the presidential election, a global pandemic, and civil rights protests, we...

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Prefabricated vs Masonry Chimney

Prefabricated vs Masonry Chimney

The biggest difference between masonry fireplaces and prefabricated is the price. Masonry almost always is more expensive than prefabricated. The inflated price in comparison is because masonry requires it to be built on-site, versus being assembled. Masonry will...

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Helpful Tips: Bird is NOT the Word

Helpful Tips: Bird is NOT the Word

Do you hear the chirping of birds or flapping of wings in your chimney? It is more common than you think! There is even a type of species of birds that focus on nesting in chimneys! This home intruder, called a Chimney Swift can inhabit your chimney and build a nest...

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Tips: How to Use Fireplace Tools

Tips: How to Use Fireplace Tools

Ever wondered what the fancy-looking set of instruments next to fire are? These are known as fireplace tools. They can be used as an ambiance factor by adding an aesthetic touch to your fireplace. These tools are also used to maintain the fire, making it easier for...

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The Search for the Perfect Sweep

The Search for the Perfect Sweep

As summer comes to an end, appointments and bookings rise. Right before the fall, which is prime time for using your fireplace, many people will schedule their recommended annual inspection. During this time, all chimney sweep technicians and companies receive a...

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Helpful Wood-Burning Tips

Helpful Wood-Burning Tips

Did you know there are over 1,000 species of trees in North America? Each tree produces a different type of wood, with various colors and sizes. The type of wood you burn in your fireplace will affect how hot the fire is, how long it will last, and how much residue...

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What You Didn’t Clean During Quarantine

What You Didn’t Clean During Quarantine

Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, many people are using their spare time at the house to knock out their errands that usually do not get done. Have you changed the water filter in your fridge? Did you forget to clean out your dryer vent? When is the last time your...

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Hurricane Season: Protect Your Home

Hurricane Season: Protect Your Home

Water Entry on a leaking chimney. As the temperature rises, summer closes in. Brace yourself, this is also the same time that hurricanes frequent the lower eastern coast of America. Fortunately for you, our service areas cover a considerable area of the east coast....

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Histoplasmosis Horrors

Histoplasmosis Horrors

OK.   You've heard the birds in your chimney. It's been a tight month, and so you've just avoided having your chimney swept.   The birds are gone, and you no longer hear sounds. What's next? You assume the problem is gone because you don't hear any-more sounds,...

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