The chimney swift is a bird threatened with extinction that nests in urban chimneys. Thanks to laws that protect it, some ...

Chimney Rock State Park is still only reachable via Lake Lure, with direct access from Asheville, Hendersonville and Black ...

Chimney Rock is celebrating a post-Helene milestone this weekend with the reopening of Bubba O'Leary's General Store.

Chimney swifts, which will migrate soon to South America, are “species of concern” because of population declines from habitat loss and decreasing insect numbers.

A standard chimney inspection costs about $100 to $250, depending on roof accessibility and the type of chimney inspected. Some chimney sweeps waive inspection fees if cleaning or repair work is done.

Chimney removal costs $4,100 on average, and can start at about $2,000 and range up to $6,200 at the high end. Chimney removal may be necessary because the chimney is unsafe or damaged beyond ...

If I were transported to your home, here’s how I’d construct your new chimney cap. I’d gather the following materials: a sack of pure Portland cement, rubberized asphalt membrane material ...

Learn how to clean a chimney so you can keep yours in tip-top shape. Get expert advice on improvements to your home, including design tips, how much you'd expect to pay for a pro and what to ask ...

Steve Coates, owner of Chimney Masters in Germantown (301-972-9158; chimneymasters.com), said the black stains could be dirt blown off a nearby tree, soot, or a combination of soot and dirt.

Best to look into popping noise in chimney right away By Bill Burnett And Kevin Burnett June 24, 2014 Q: I read an article by you guys on water hammer and it prompted this note.