Fixing Your Chimney – Insurance Claims
July 31st, 2013When you need any kind of Minneapolis chimney repair just call the specialists at 2nd Generation Chimneys.
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Minneapolis Chimney Tip: Why Is Chimney Flashing So Important?
March 18th, 2013Chimney Flashing is a term for the metal used to wrap exposed parts of your roof and chimney to protect them from water damage. While most of your roof—whether asphalt shingles or metal sheets—is designed to shed water rapidly, the areas at the roof edge, as well as those surrounding vents and chimneys must be protected, for it is in these areas that water tends to seep in.
Getting to Know Your Minneapolis Chimney: What is a Chimney Crown?
March 11th, 2013Using a fireplace or wooden stove to heat a home is an antiquated notion to some. To others, though, there is simply nothing more comforting, relaxing and charming than a fire or wood burning stove keeping your home warm. If you are anything like the Minneapolis chimney experts at 2nd Generation Chimneys, the sound and feeling of a comfortable fire is something to really look forward to.
We are your Minneapolis full service Chimney Sweep
January 25th, 2013The Pixley family has been know for generations for our high quality service and that has not stopped with 2nd Generation Chimneys. We offer full service when it comes to your all your chimney sweeping needs. No need to call on a second company to rent equipment…we have our own!
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Why Do I Need an Inspection for an Insurance Claim?
January 7th, 2013Enjoying a fire in the fireplace in your living room is one of the most soothing, enjoyable experiences available in your Minneapolis home. However, certain precautions must be made to ensure that your fireplace is safe to operate.
Holiday Hours
December 22nd, 2012From all of us here at 2nd Generation Chimneys, we would like to wish you and your family a happy holiday weekend. Just a reminder, we will be closed and enjoying our families on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas while we are out! Enjoy the snow and stay safe and warm.
Minneapolis Fireplace and Chimney Tip: How to Maintain Efficiency for Your Fireplace or Wood Stove Throughout the Winter
December 10th, 2012Are you looking for ways to maintain efficiency while heating your Minneapolis area home with a fireplace or wood stove this winter? At 2nd Generation Chimneys, we can help you heat your home more efficiently with a few tips from our chimney and fireplace experts…
Documentation Is Key!
November 16th, 2012The chimney repair experts at 2nd Generation Chimneys know that the only way to be certain that your chimney is clear of debris or damage is if you can see it with your own eyes. This is why we use the Chim-Scan to photograph our chimney inspection work. This device also allows us to scope your chimney for visual assistance that cannot be attained with the use of a flashlight or natural sunlight.
Minneapolis Tip: Why Your Dryer Vents Need to be Cleaned
October 29th, 2012When your dryer buzzes to let you know that it has finished drying your clothes, do you always remember to change the dryer filter? We do most of the time. But what about all of the lint that that doesn’t get trapped by the filter?
