by Cheryl Roanne | Sep 30, 2025 | Chimney Inspections
In Kendallville, we don’t just enjoy fireplaces for the warmth…they’re part of how we get through long Indiana winters. But before you light the first log, it’s worth asking: Is my chimney ready to handle another season safely? That’s where Old Smokey’s Chimney...
by Cheryl Roanne | Sep 30, 2019 | Chimney Inspections
Late summer and early fall are a great time to be outdoors and enjoy the balmy weather with the ones we love. It is also a great time to get your home ready for the cold winter months ahead. When winterizing your home, it is important to also get your fireplace and...
by Cheryl Roanne | Aug 14, 2019 | Chimney Inspections
It’s hard to believe that summer is almost coming to an end and soon it will be time for decorating pumpkins, raking leaves, and watching the trees change to their autumn foliage. Fall also brings cooler weather, which means it will soon be time for cuddling around...
by Cheryl Roanne | Apr 26, 2019 | Chimney Inspections
Because of their increased heating efficiency, many people have switched to using fireplaces, inserts, or stoves to supplement their homes heating needs. However, if these heating systems are not well maintained, they have the potential to turn into a fire hazard....
by Cheryl Roanne | Nov 15, 2018 | Chimney Inspections
It is critical to your family’s safety that your regularly used chimney is operating well. Even if your chimney is only occasionally used, you should still have it periodically inspected by a professional. This is because dirty chimneys are a potential fire...
by Cheryl Roanne | May 5, 2016 | Chimney Inspections
So, you tidy up your house and throw out the broken furniture you always hated anyway. You’re getting ready to sell your house and buy another. The professional real estate agent says you need an inspection to protect both seller and buyer from potential risks and...
