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Know Your Chimney System

Just to look at it, you wouldn’t think a chimney is all that complicated. It’s just a brick-housed channel for smoke to go up, right? Well, partially right. The fact is, a chimney system contains many parts and components that must work properly to prevent water and other types of damage including fires. Here are […] Read more

Repair Your Chimney for Winter Warmth & Safety

As southern New Hampshire gets ready for another unpredictable winter with its ice storms and blizzards and sub-zero weather, the fall is a good time to make sure your chimney is ready to perform predictably to get you through the season safely. Here’s a checklist of “must-do’s” for your chimney and fireplace this fall. Visually […] Read more

HeatShield Can Repair, Resurface, or Reline

Through the years, you will need repairs for your chimney and fireplace for it to continue working safely and efficiently. You might need a new liner, repairs, or resurfacing. These suggestions might sound scary to a lot of homeowners. However, at Black Moose Chimney & Stove, we try to give our customers the safest and […] Read more

Make Sure Your Chimney Relining Is Done Right!

Your chimney liner has an important job to do. Liners are required by municipal codes, manufacturer guidelines, and industry standards because they make fires safer. The chimney liner’s job is threefold: Protect from heat transfer through masonry to structural materials in the home. Prevent toxic gases moving through masonry into the home. Protect the masonry […] Read more

Why Chimney Liners are Important

Chimney liners are sometimes a neglected necessity. Older generations sometimes don’t see the need for chimney liners. However, industry professionals that study safety and fire science constantly strive for safer, more efficient options for consumers. Chimney liners are a necessary part of the chimney system. In addition, they play many roles for the safety and […] Read more