Tuesday, March 22, 2016

Spring, Birds, & Your Chimney



Ah, Spring!
There’s no question that spring is one of the most beautiful seasons of the year. Yes, spring is the season when we come out of our cozy winter hiding places and start to enjoy the sights, smells and sounds of the great outdoors again. Doesn’t it feel wonderful to feel the sun shining? To smell the flowers blooming? And those sweet Tennessee songbirds… suddenly, they seem to be everywhere! Unfortunately, springtime also means that your chimney may be selected as the perfect new place for certain members of our Tennessee bird population to build a cozy home of their own.
Spring, Birds, & Your Chimney
That’s right. You’ve got yourself a pretty good looking chimney there, and chances are, your fair-weathered, feathered friends have noticed. After all, they’ve got families to care for themselves. Your chimney just may look like the ideal location to build the perfectly safe, warm and accessible location they’ve been searching for.
The Dangers
Sadly, this is not a mutually beneficial situation for you and your chimney. Nesting birds can do substantial damage to your chimney, create a serious fire hazard, and introduce contaminating biohazards into your home. Not good at all. So what’s a Nashville homeowner to do?
DIY Don’t
Whatever you do, don’t attempt to deal with the problem of chimney nest removal on your own. Removing a bird nest from your chimney is a multi-faceted issue, and is always best handled by an experienced professional, such as All Year Chimney Sweeps and Repair. They will safely, humanely and permanently remove all nesting birds and material. In addition, they will perform a thorough inspection for structural damage, professionally clean and remove all biohazard waste material, and will work with you to create the best plan for any necessary repairs and preventative maintenance measures.
And you won’t even have to think about pulling out the ladder! Sounds perfect, doesn’t it? Protecting your home and family has never been easier. Besides, with the help of All Year Chimney Sweeps and Repair, you’re free to spend your spare time enjoying the beautiful weather with your family! Whether you’re facing a bird nest removal issue in your chimney, or simply need a spring chimney checkup, call All Year Chimney Sweeps & Repair at (615) 285-9118 today! We look forward to serving you. And don’t forget to check us out and like us on Facebook!

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Wednesday, March 2, 2016

The Best Time of Year to Clean Your Chimney is Spring



When it comes to having your chimney cleaned out, then you should choose the best time of the year to do so. There are many reasons for this, and some of them can ensure that you have that functional chimney that you’ve always wanted. When it comes to making a call on whether or not it is time, you should speak with professionals in the field that can provide you with more information. 

The Top Reasons to Have Your Chimney Cleaned in Spring 


There are many reasons to have your chimney cleaned, and all of these reasons make spring the best time to have it done. 

  1. The unpleasant smell that comes from the soot sitting in an unused chimney
  2. There is no wait when you call a company in the spring to clean it out, rather than in the fall when there is a long waiting list
  3. Your chimney will be ready to go when the fall time rolls around so you can just turn it on and go

When the spring comes, everything thaws and it is more likely that the chimney professional can better find any repairs or replacements that are needed on your chimney. This will also ensure that the problem areas are taken care of sooner, rather than later. 

When you ensure that the chimney is working, this can put your mind at ease. Not only that, but when it is cleaned out for the next year, you can ensure that you’re minimizing any risks that come with having a faulty, or dirty chimney that can start fires. Be protected, and be safe when it comes to having a cleaner, better working chimney overall. 

Chimneys are important places in the home, but oftentimes are neglected when it comes to not being able to have the proper cleaning done on them. This is something that you should always consider when it comes to cleaning the chimney out and being prepared. Let a professional help you from start to finish with this. 


Let us help you get prepared and clean out that chimney that will not be used in the spring and summer months. We want to ensure that you’re ready to go when the fall time hits. Speak with us here at All Year Chimney Sweeps and Repairs. We can let you know what we do, and how we can help you in the end.