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Does your chimney have a cap? If you’re not sure, go look! Your chimney should have a cap mounted on top of the flue opening, and it has an important job to do. The cap keeps water and other precipitation from falling into the flue. It keeps animals from gaining access to the chimney (and […] Read more

Tis the season for fire appliance inspections. Many homeowners avoid scheduling during the fall due to the fall rush, and oftentimes don’t want to wait until spring. It’s during the winter months that problems may arise and questions of efficiency may come up. This is the time when you might schedule an inspection for your wood-burning […] Read more

At Black Moose Chimney & Stove, we’ve been servicing appliances in New Hampshire and providing masonry services for years. We’re proud to offer exceptional professional services. However, repairing masonry problems immediately after you discover it is the best way to avoid danger, damage, and unnecessary costs. Common Masonry Damage You may think you have a […] Read more

Winter is almost here, although we’ve been experiencing extreme temperatures already this fall. You may have seen your heating bill go up in recent weeks and may be looking to supplement heat to help cut costs, maybe you’re just looking to add some ambiance to your home, or utilize a wood supply on your property. […] Read more

All of the parts of the chimney system are important for chimney safety and function. Many of the parts work together to vent smoke, heat, and particles out of the chimney while others actually prevent stuff from getting in. While the air must leave the house through the flue, there are factors that can slow […] Read more

Fall is officially here and the weather is definitely showing up, so it’s time to think about your fireplace and chimney. You may think you’re ready for the first fire of the season, but a good supply of firewood and a set of fireplace tools is not enough to have a safe and warm winter. […] Read more

Part of being an adult in America is being a responsible consumer. This means that homeowners keep their lawn properly manicured, take their car in for routine services and oil changes, and head to the doctor and dentist for annual checkups. Being responsible for your health and your life is easy. Taking care of the […] Read more

It is almost fall, and your mind may be on school fundraisers and upcoming holidays. Don’t forget about your fireplace while you’re making plans for the cold season. It may be that you don’t care about your fireplace as long as it helps to heat your house. Your fireplace can be so much more! Let […] Read more

Water is never good for your chimney system. In fact, water can wreak havoc on your entire chimney system from the inside out. We want to help your system to remain functional and beautiful as long as possible, and that’s why we recommend getting your chimney waterproofed. This is the best preventative measure, and our […] Read more

The chimney system is an important one in any home, and maybe the largest. This system includes the firebox, smoke chamber, flue, and various smaller parts, and they all have to work together to properly vent the fireplace. Of all the parts of the chimney system, the firebox endures the most abuse and gets the […] Read more