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Why This Annapolis Home Needed Three Chimney Fans
When Priddy Chimney Solutions was brought in to work on a large residential project in Annapolis, Maryland, the scope made clear from the start that
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When a DIY Electric Fireplace Conversion Goes Wrong
Many of Georgetown’s row houses and townhomes were built in the Federal and Victorian periods and feature chimneys with original masonry and wood-burning fireplaces that
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Chimney Tuckpointing, Crown Replacement & Repaint in Bethesda, Maryland
A Bethesda, Maryland homeowner contacted Priddy Chimney Solutions after noticing that something about their chimney didn’t look quite right. It’s a good thing they called
Redesigns and Conversions
Gas-to-Electric Fireplace Conversion in Columbia, Maryland
From Outdated Gas Unit to a Dramatic Electric Fireplace A homeowner in Columbia, Maryland’s Snowden Overlook Active Adult Community called Priddy with a dilemma: her
Redesigns and Conversions
Fireplace Upgrades for Older Homes
What Homeowners in Maryland, Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. Need to Know About Upgrading Their Fireplace We often hear from homeowners in Baltimore County and
Repairs and Maintenance
Can You Supply Your Own Fireplace and Hire Someone to Install It?
We recently received a call from a homeowner in Ellicott City who wanted to convert the wood burning fireplace in their historic home to gas.
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Multi-Room Fireplace Renovation in Ellicott City, Maryland
Older, builder-grade wood fireplaces with brass trim, often feel out of place in today’s homes. See how we transformed the space.
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Partial Chimney Rebuild in District Heights, MD
Older, builder-grade wood fireplaces with brass trim, often feel out of place in today’s homes. See how we transformed the space.
Repairs and Maintenance
How to Offset Rising Heating Bills: 4 Fireplace-Focused Solutions
Rising energy costs and a colder-than-average winter are pushing heating bills higher. Learn four fireplace-focused solutions that can help improve efficiency, reduce heat loss, and ease the strain on your home’s central heating system.
Repairs and Maintenance
Types of Chimney Caps: Which One Is Right for Your Chimney?
A chimney cap might not be something you think about often, but it plays a big role in protecting your chimney, improving performance, and preventing costly damage.
Homeowners often ask us: “What kind of chimney cap do I need?” The answer depends on many factors.
Inspections and Safety
What You Should Know About Chimney-Related House Fires
Embers, Cracks, and Lack of Maintenance Can Lead to Dangerous Home Fires — Here’s How to Prevent Them
Redesigns and Conversions
Fireplace Redesign FAQs
A fireplace redesign focuses on how the fireplace looks, feels, and functions as part of the room. These projects are often more visual and architectural than a standard conversion and may include changes to the fireplace wall, proportions, materials, and layout.