The team at Hansen & Sons has seen firsthand how quickly minor chimney issues can turn into major headaches for homeowners across Madison, Deerfield, Fitchburg, Verona, and the surrounding communities. Between our harsh winters and frequent freeze-thaw cycles,...
If you own a wood-burning fireplace, insert, or stove, then you’ve probably heard the word creosote mentioned before – maybe during a chimney inspection or while reading up on fireplace safety. But what exactly is creosote, and why does it get brought up...
Living in Cottage Grove, we all know that the transition from a brisk walk on the Glacial Drumlin State Trail to a cozy evening by the hearth is one of the best parts of a Wisconsin winter. However, maintaining that warmth requires more than just a good stack of...
When you live in Stoughton, you get used to that mix of crisp Wisconsin mornings, long heating seasons, and homes with a lot of character. As the owners of Hansen & Sons Chimney & Fireplace, we’ve spent decades helping our neighbors stay warmer and cozier as...
When it comes to chimney repair in Sun Prairie, homeowners know how quickly Michigan’s shifting seasons can wear down brick, mortar, and flashing. At Hansen & Sons Chimney & Fireplace, we’ve spent years helping local families keep their chimneys standing...
When you own a home in DeForest, keeping your chimney in good condition is about more than just appearances… It’s about making sure your fireplace works as smoothly as possible all season long. At Hansen’s & Sons, we’ve been serving Dane County homeowners...
This article was written by Bill Hussel, owner of Hansen And Sons chimney and fireplace Madison Wisconsin. Bill is an experienced Chimney business owner for the last 40 years with an engineering degree and holds a rare federally issued 1998 Patent covering “Chimney...
Masonry brick and stone chimneys deteriorate faster than any portion of the home because of their extreme weather exposure on all sides. For the latitude of Madison Wisconsin, we receive the most freeze/thaw cycles than any other area of the United States.There are...
Is your gas fireplace not working? Is your remote not responding? Are you having trouble with your pilot light? Did you know that your manufacturer has amazing troubleshooting videos online that have step-by-step instructions on what to check and how to...
Always refer to your owner’s manual or go to the manufactures website for videos and more in-depth information. Check your remote to see if the battery symbol is displayed,if so the batteries need to be changed. MAKE SURE YOU CHANGE THEM IN BOTH THE REMOTE AND...
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