The end of summer is at hand, and now is the time to prepare for the comfort and joy of warm fires in chilly weather. Below are five reasons to get your chimney cleaned and inspected before fall. A cold and icy winter season is predicted, even for Texas. In the Greater Houston and Conroe Read more…

Most folks in Houston and South Texas are familiar with the traditional stone and brick masonry fireplaces that have existed for centuries. These fireplaces are often seen as a symbol of warmth and tradition but can also be inefficient and expensive to maintain. In recent years, there has been a growing trend towards fireplace inserts. Read more…

There are many reasons why your chimney could be leaking. If caught soon enough, it may be an easy fix. Letting it go or ignoring it can cost much more than initially thought. Contact Guardian Chimney Sweep to assess the situation and come up with a solution. Let’s discuss the many reasons why your chimney Read more…

We aren’t certified experts on looking good in a bikini or speedo, but we do know how to keep your chimney in tip-top shape this summer. Of all the things to do in the sizzling Texas heat, few would probably give you a payoff as valued as good chimney maintenance will. Using your fireplace safely Read more…

Are your fireplace’s best days in the rearview mirror? Do you want to spruce up your living space but need help with what to do with the fireplace? Get ready for a summertime fireplace makeover! The warmer and drier weather this time of year in Houston, San Antonio, and the South Texas region is an Read more…

Chimneys are a great asset for any home unfortunately they’re susceptible to the elements. Storms can speed up the process of any deterioration or issues that chimneys may encounter. Chimneys are built to withstand storms, but if they are bad, you may experience damage to the mortar, bricks, or chimney parts such as caps, liners, Read more…

Is it already on your home maintenance checklist? Because now is the best time for all your chimney repairs. Consider how quickly spring will soon fade into summer. Chimney masonry damage usually occurs in winter, but it isn’t always obvious until the damage has worsened. Chimney masonry repairs need to be made in warm weather Read more…

Whether your home has a gas or wood-burning fireplace, annual chimney inspections and cleaning will help keep fireplace repairs to a minimum. However, even regular maintenance, masonry, and manufactured fireplaces can still experience problems requiring repairs. Some of the most common fireplace repairs we perform in the Greater Houston region include firebox rebuilding, chimney crown Read more…

The chimney sweep company you call for chimney services should have the equipment needed to do the job. You could even ask them: what kinds of tools do chimney techs use? It’s one of several ways to ensure that the company is legitimate—not all are because it’s an unregulated industry. Guardian Chimney Sweep is a Read more…

How to Know If a Chimney Liner Replacement is Needed If you are wondering how to know if a chimney liner replacement is needed, it may be because that’s what you’ve been told. There are plenty of wanna-be chimney sweep companies and unscrupulous people in the biz because it’s unregulated. So, it’s possible that you Read more…