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Time Business News
4 days ago
- General
- Time Business News
How Much Should a St. Louis Chimney Sweep Cost Plus Inspection?
As the frigid St. Louis winter weather falls sharply, there's nothing quite like sitting by a cozy, crackling fire. But lurking underneath the convenience is a soot-filled chimney system that requires periodic maintenance. One of the most valuable services that homeowners should plan for might just be a professional sweep of the chimney—particularly if paired with a comprehensive inspection. But how much is it going to cost, and what exactly are you paying for? This article breaks it all down for you so that you can make an informed, intelligent decision when to hire a Chimney Sweep St Louis. Home owners think of a fireplace as a low-maintenance addition, but in reality, it's rather the opposite. With time, pellet deposit, burning wood deposit, or smoke deposit accumulates in the flue of the chimney. This coating—is transparent from the outside in most scenarios—can impede airflow or even burn. Sweeping avoids that from happening, and inspections identify structural or safety issues before they become a threat. A double service of cleaning and inspection keeps your house warm and safe throughout the winter. A neglected chimney does not necessarily seem like anything is amiss at first. But neglected little things usually result in costly or dangerous consequences. Some are typical to what a professional chimney sweep will find: Creosote accumulation that increases the risk of fire Animal nests or trash that block airflow Flue liner cracks that permit gas leaks Loose chimney caps or flashing and water damage Smoke seep into the living space due to poor draft All of these would be unnoticeable to a novice eye but might result in extensive loss or even carbon monoxide poisoning. A sweep and inspection package does not just sweep away soot—it safeguards your whole home heating system. Some highlighted bolded LSI keyword-rich benefits are enumerated below: Enhances heating efficiency by better air flow That avoids chimney fires due to combustible residues Extends the lifespan of your chimney by catching structural issues early Enhances indoor air quality by removing blockages Keeps your system insurance-approved and code-compliant 'We've had families go years not knowing their chimneys were one spark away from disaster,' says insured St. Louis chimney specialist Robert Keller. 'A yearly clean and inspection isn't just protecting the home—it gives you peace of mind.' Chimney Cleaning is the foundation of fireplace maintenance. Though it seems to be an easy procedure, it is anything but. More than just sweeping away soot is involved in a proper cleaning. A qualified technician employs technical brushes, high-pressure vacuums, and even video equipment sometimes to leave every nook and cranny of the flue sparkling clean and free of hazard. The cleaning knocks loose creosote, ash, and foreign debris and also checks for obstructions. In St. Louis, where fireplaces get regular use throughout winter, most professionals suggest annual cleaning—more often if you have high levels of wood burning. Cleaning will usually be accompanied by inspection to find any underlying problems, such as corrosion, cracks, or animal infestation. This is a realistic cost breakdown for what homeowners in St. Louis actually pay for chimney sweep service with inspection: Service Estimated Cost (USD) Standard Chimney Sweep $100 – $160 Chimney Sweep + Inspection Bundle $150 – $250 Heavy Creosote Removal $200 – $400 Chimney Cap Installation $100 – $200 Disclaimer: Prices are dependent on chimney height, condition, amount of buildup, and whether it's a fireplace, wood stove, or furnace flue. 1. What is a chimney sweep service? It will usually include soot removal, creosote brushing, and a visual inspection of the interior and exterior of the chimney. 2. How long is a cleaning and inspection going to take? Typically 60 to 90 minutes depending on the condition of the chimney. 3. Can the chimney be cleaned separately from an inspection? Yes, but it is strongly recommended that an inspection be performed for peace of mind and safety. 4. Is chimney cleaning messy? A company will use protective gear so that your house remains clean while they work. 5. How frequently do I need to have my chimney cleaned? Every year, or more frequently if your chimney has a lot of use or you burn heavily. 6. Is insurance paid if my chimney catches fire? At times, but claims are denied when there is no evidence of regular maintenance or inspection. 7. Is chimney inspection necessary when selling a home? Yes, the majority of home purchases require proof of recent chimney inspection. 8. How do Level 1 and Level 2 inspections differ? Level 1 is a visual examination; Level 2 is a camera sweep and is recommended if something has changed or issues are suspected. 9. Can creosote be completely removed? Yes, but heavy buildup may require special chemicals or tools. 10. Do I need a chimney cap? Yes—it keeps rain, animals, and debris out of your flue. When choosing a St. Louis chimney sweep, these are the key features you should expect: Licensed and certified technicians Combination service plans (sweep + inspection) Camera-assisted flue checks Creosote clearing and masonry evaluation Chimney cap and crown repair Customer-oriented scheduling and open pricing Safety is the number-one reason to get your chimney cleaned and thoroughly inspected. Creosote is extremely flammable, and if it has a chance to build up, it will burn with one small spark. Also, blockage in the flue can force deadly gases such as carbon monoxide back into your home, and these can be extremely hazardous to your health. A clean chimney isn't a matter of keeping clean—it's a critical aspect of house safety. Not always does everything go according to plan—chimney fires, animal infestations, or storm water seepage. Most of the St. Louis chimney industry provides 24/7 emergency repairs for emergencies. If smoke begins pouring into your house or you hear it within your chimney, don't hesitate—phone the professionals right away to avoid long-term damage or injury. To understand how much a St. Louis chimney sweep costs—and what you receive with an inspection—is not about money. It's about the right thing for your home and family. A bit of regular maintenance costs pennies on the dollar, is required, and a whole lot less than a repair job from a chimney fire or structural collapse. Don't wait for problems to arise. Book your annual Chimney Sweep St Louis today and protect your home from the inside out. Read more over services TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Business Wire
31-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
LSI Industries Announces Fiscal 2025 Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results Conference Call Date
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LSI Industries Inc. (Nasdaq: LYTS, 'LSI' or the 'Company'), a leading U.S. based manufacturer of commercial lighting and display solutions, today announced that it will issue fiscal 2025 fourth quarter and full-year results before the market opens on Thursday, August 21, 2025. A conference call will be held that same day at 11:00 a.m. ET to review the Company's financial results, discuss recent events and conduct a question-and-answer session. A webcast of the conference call and accompanying presentation materials will be available in the Investor Relations section of LSI Industries' website at Individuals can also participate by teleconference dial-in. To listen to a live broadcast, go to the site at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to register, download and install any necessary audio software. Details of the conference call are as follows: To listen to a replay of the teleconference, which subsequently will be available through September 4, 2025: ABOUT LSI INDUSTRIES Headquartered in Cincinnati, LSI is a publicly held company traded over the NASDAQ Stock Exchange under the symbol LYTS. The company manufactures advanced lighting, graphics and display solutions across strategic vertical markets. The company's American-made products, which include non-residential indoor and outdoor lighting, print graphics, digital graphics, refrigerated and custom displays, help create value for customer brands and enhance the consumer experience. LSI also provides comprehensive project management services in support of large-scale product rollouts. The company employs approximately 2,000 people at 19 manufacturing plants in the U.S. and Canada. For details on the uncertainties that may cause our actual results to be materially different than those expressed in our forward-looking statements, visit as well as our Annual Reports on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q which contain risk factors.
Hans India
31-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Samsung's Q2 net income drops nearly 50 pc due to sluggish chip biz
Seoul: Samsung Electronics said on Thursday that its net income plunged nearly 50 per cent in the second quarter (Q2), as its semiconductor division logged its lowest earnings in over a year due to sluggish demand for high bandwidth memory (HBM). In a regulatory filing, the company reported a net income of 5.11 trillion won (US$3.7 billion) for the April-June period, down 48 percent from 9.84 trillion won a year earlier, reports Yonhap news agency. The earnings fell short of market expectations. The average estimate of net profit by analysts stood at 7.29 trillion won, according to a survey by Yonhap Infomax, the financial data firm of Yonhap News Agency. Operating profit stood at 4.67 trillion won, down 55.2 percent from a year ago, while revenue rose 0.7 percent to 74.56 trillion won. The semiconductor division posted 400 billion won in operating profit, the lowest since the fourth quarter of 2023, when it recorded a 2 trillion-won operating loss. Samsung Electronics attributed the weak bottom line in its chip division to one-off costs, such as inventory value adjustments. Despite a weak profit, chip sales climbed 11 percent on-year to 27.9 trillion won, driven by demand for premium server chips and increased foundry orders. Its main memory business posted stable growth, supported by sales of HBM3E products and memory for data centre servers. However, the fabless segment, or System Large Scale Integration (LSI), continued to struggle with low profitability, and the foundry business saw its profit worsen due to inventory adjustments linked to U.S. sanctions on artificial intelligence (AI) chip exports to China. Its DX division, which includes mobile, TV and home appliance businesses, saw its sales fall 16 percent on-year to 43.6 trillion won amid intensifying competition, while posting 3.3 trillion won in operating profit. The mobile unit recorded 29.2 trillion won in sales and 3.1 trillion won in operating profit, driven by steady sales of the Galaxy S25 series smartphones released in the first quarter. The TV segment improved sales of premium products, such as Neo QLED and OLED TVs, but overall earnings declined due to tepid demand and heightened competition. For the second half, Samsung Electronics said it expects a recovery in the global information technology market, led by AI and robotics, despite lingering concerns over trade uncertainties and geopolitical risks. The chip division plans to focus on meeting the growing demand for high-value-added and AI-driven products, such as HBM, and strengthening its competitiveness in advanced semiconductor technologies. It will also make efforts to increase sales of high-density and high-performance solid-state drives (SSDs) to keep up with rising demand for chips for AI data centres. The mobile division is expected to maintain momentum in the second half by focusing on its new foldable smartphones released earlier this month. Analysts expect Samsung Electronics' earnings to rebound in the second half.
Cision Canada
10-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Power Metallic Provides an Update on Summer 2025 Exploration Programs at Nisk Project
TORONTO, July 10, 2025 /CNW/ - Power Metallic Mines Inc. (the "Company" or "Power Metallic") (TSX-V: PNPN, OTCBB: PNPNF, Frankfurt: IVV) Power Metallic is pleased to provide an update on the current exploration activity (Q2-Q3 2025) and the planned scaling up of exploration programs in Q3-Q4 of 2025. THE BIG PICTURE Exploration is well underway for the summer to fall drilling campaign. The majority of the logging and core cutting facility upgrade (announced in the March 17, 2025, news release) has been completed allowing for faster expansion of the exploration drill program. Mobilization of project team members, drillers (RJLL Forage Drilling) and Helicopter support (Expedition) was completed for a June 9th start to the drilling program. Currently there are three (3) active drill rigs, with the fourth (4) mobilizing to site this week. Drilling is a combination of skid mounted trail accessible, and helicopter supported drills. The drills mobilized are targeting the following drilling meters by zone for the summer drilling period. 10,000-12500 meters of drilling at Lion 5,000-6,250 meters of drilling at Tiger 5,000-6,250 meters of drilling at Nisk Main, Nisk West and Nisk East As previously carried out in 2024 and Q1 2025 drilling programs, borehole EM (BHEM) surveys are being performed by Geophysique TMC on selected drill holes to identify off-hole anomalies. To date Power Metallic has had great success discovering mineralization following up on BHEM conductors. TMC will also conduct localized ground EM surveys following up on re-interpreted Airborne EM data collected in 2023 In addition to drilling, a large field crew is carrying out detailed mapping and prospecting of the property, including the recently announced land acquisition package from Li-FT Power covering the south limb of the basin containing the prospective geology for Cu-PGE-Ni deposits, and the eastern and western extensions of the Nisk-Lion-Tiger host geology (June 9, 2025, news release). Supplementing the field mapping Power Metallic has started an airborne EM/magnetic (AEM) survey carried out by Geotech Ltd covering our entire land package (approximately 1/3 completed to date), with the goal of defining EM conductors over prospective geology identified by the mapping crews. Additional to the AEM survey Power Metallic completed a LiDAR survey with LiDAR Services International (LSI). This survey will provide detailed topography with 10-20cm accuracy for all of Power Metallic's property. LSI will require approximately 10 weeks to process the topographic information. Once completed this survey will be invaluable for identifying outcrop areas for the mapping crews, particularly when overlaid with the co-collected orthorectified imagery at 10 cm pixel resolution that will be provided by LSI. Coupled with the AEM conductors the LiDAR and imagery will be excellent tools for drill site placement over prospective targets. In the background of the exploration programs Power Metallic is continuing to process detailed mineralogy studies through IOS and Elemission. These studies are designed to quantify the deportment of the Lion style mineralization, and the host rocks containing the Lion Zone. A subsequent press release in the coming weeks will provide (i) an update on the progress of the ongoing studies and (ii) explains the implications for expected metallurgical recoveries. THE EXECUTION Drill continues to develop the mineralization along the Nisk-Lion-Tiger trend (Figure 1). As drill permitting advances the target area through this host stratigraphy will be expanded. With four (4) drills operating Power Metallic expects an acceleration in discovery and expansion along this trend. Lion At Lion there are two (2) fly rigs turning with the aim of both extending Lion down dip/plunge to the SW as well as to infill gaps within the known deposit. Extension holes have been planned within an aggressive 100 x 100m grid following the modelled plunge of Lion, and accumulated BHEM conductive plates. Infill holes have been designed to add tonnes to the future mineral resource estimate. To date five (5) holes have been completed in this drill campaign with assays pending on significant mineralized zones (Figure 2). Tiger Power Metallic has scheduled one (1) drill to explore several undrilled targets (both modelled and BHEM) that are designed to expand this area into an additional mineral resource. Between Lion and Tiger There is a wide gap of no information between the currently known Lion and Tiger zones. A fourth drill (fly) is being mobilized to site this week with the goal of drilling exploratory holes between Lion and Tiger to cover this gap, as well as to evaluate targets at Tiger following up on mineralized intercepts from the early 2025 programme, as well as to test targets defined by BHEM surveys. Nisk Deposit A skid-based drill is active at Nisk East with the goal of understanding the potential that exists between Nisk and Lion, as well as targeting plates generated from recent BHEM and Airborne EM surveys. Select holes in this programme will have BHEM done. Early drilling during the Q1 2025 drilling campaign and in this campaign has encountered interesting mineralization that appears to be a hybrid of Lion and Nisk styles. To date three (3) holes have been completed in this drill campaign with assays pending on significant mineralized zones. LiFT Acquisition Update The Company is in the final stages of completing the acquisition that will add 167 km² to our existing ground (Figure 4). Increasing our land package by more than 300%. We expect to close this acquisition in the coming days and will provide a news release upon closing. Power Metallic is in the process of acquiring drill permits for the additional lands acquired, and for extending the Lion-Nisk target area. It is anticipated that these areas will be permitted for drilling during this current drill campaign. Specific areas of interest include the extension east of the Lion-Tiger stratigraphy that was acquired from Li-FT, and the western extension of the geology hosting the Nisk deposit which has indications of Ni-Cu mineralization from historical drilling. Once the AEM and LiDAR surveys are completed, and the results of prospecting sample assays are returned, drill targets will be developed in these new areas. Qualified Person Joseph Campbell, VP Exploration at Power Metallic, is the qualified person who has reviewed and approved the technical disclosure contained in this news release. About Power Metallic Mines Inc. Power Metallic is a Canadian exploration company focused on advancing the Nisk Project Area (Nisk–Lion–Tiger)—a high–grade Copper–PGE, Nickel, gold and silver system—toward Canada's next polymetallic mine. On 1 February 2021, Power Metallic (then Chilean Metals) secured an option to earn up to 80% of the Nisk project from Critical Elements Lithium Corp. (TSX–V: CRE). Following the June 2025 purchase of 313 adjoining claims (~167 km²) from Li–FT Power, the Company now controls ~212.86 km² and roughly 50 km of prospective basin margins. Power Metallic is expanding mineralization at the Nisk and Lion discovery zones, evaluating the Tiger target, and exploring the enlarged land package through successive drill programs. Beyond the Nisk Project Area, Power Metallic indirectly has an interest in significant land packages in British Columbia and Chile, by its 50% share ownership position in Chilean Metals Inc., which were spun out from Power Metallic via a plan of arrangement on February 3, 2025. It also owns 100% of Power Metallic Arabia which owns 100% interest in the Jabul Baudan exploration license in The Kingdon of Saudi Arabia's JabalSaid Belt. The property encompasses over 200 square kilometres in an area recognized for its high prospectivity for copper gold and zinc mineralization. The region is known for its massive volcanic sulfide (VMS) deposits, including the world-class Jabal Sayid mine and the promising Umm and Damad deposit. For further information, readers are encouraged to contact: Power Metallic Mines Inc. The Canadian Venture Building 82 Richmond St East, Suite 202 Toronto, ON Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This message contains certain statements that may be deemed "forward-looking statements" concerning the Company within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "believes," "intends," "estimates," "projects," "potential," "indicates," "opportunity," "possible" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will," "would," "may," "could" or "should" occur. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance, are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results or realities may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Such material risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, among others; the timing for various drilling plans; the ability to raise sufficient capital to fund its obligations under its property agreements going forward and conduct drilling and exploration; to maintain its mineral tenures and concessions in good standing; to explore and develop its projects; changes in economic conditions or financial markets; the inherent hazards associates with mineral exploration and mining operations; future prices of nickel and other metals; changes in general economic conditions; accuracy of mineral resource and reserve estimates; the potential for new discoveries; the ability of the Company to obtain the necessary permits and consents required to explore, drill and develop the projects and if accepted, to obtain such licenses and approvals in a timely fashion relative to the Company's plans and business objectives for the applicable project; the general ability of the Company to monetize its mineral resources; and changes in environmental and other laws or regulations that could have an impact on the Company's operations, compliance with environmental laws and regulations, dependence on key management personnel and general competition in the mining industry. 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Scotsman
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Lomography: How plastic cameras stole my youth (and gave it back again)
In a world flooded with perfect photos, perhaps there's a place for the overexposed and out-of-focus analogue shot, writes Roger Cox Sign up to our Scotsman Rural News - A weekly of the Hay's Way tour of Scotland emailed direct to you. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Back in the early Noughties, I developed an expensive infatuation with toy-like analogue cameras. It was all the fault of the Arches in Glasgow, which, in 2001, hosted an exhibition of Lomography – photographs taken using boxy, retro-style cameras designed and built at the Lomo factory in St Petersburg from the 1980s onwards. The cameras themselves weren't particularly pricey (the whole point of them was that they were supposed to be cheap and therefore something comrades across the communist world could enjoy), but the random, never-know-what-you're-going-to-get element they injected into the process of taking photographs was highly addictive. Cat Skiing at Mustang Powder, British Columbia, Canada, as seen through a Lomo Fisheye No.2 camera | Roger Cox / The Scotsman How much money did I burn through developing films from Lomo cameras in the first few years of the 21st century? I shudder to think, but with a success rate of approximately one decent image per 36-exposure film, suffice to say that if I'd saved all that cash and invested it in Apple shares instead, just as Steve Jobs and Co were figuring out how to incorporate digital cameras into mobile phones, I could probably have retired by now, and would be writing this from the deck of my yacht, somewhere in the Caribbean. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The first Lomo camera to be developed was the LOMO LC-A, modelled on a Japanese compact camera called the Cosina CX-1, and it soon became popular everywhere hammers and sickles were in vogue. Then, in 1991, with the Iron Curtain duly consigned to the Great Skip of History, a group of Viennese students came across some of these odd-looking picture boxes while visiting Prague, fired off a load of frames, developed the films when they got home, and were promptly blown away by the distinctive, out-of-time images they produced. The following year, they set up the Lomographic Society International (LSI), with its own 'Ten Golden Rules of Lomography' and, a little later, wrote a full-blown Lomography Manifesto. Fast-forward to 1996, and, when it looked as if the folks at the Lomo factory were about to call time on their quirky plastic cameras, the evangelists at the LSI travelled to Russia and convinced the head honchos there to continue production. There was, they explained, a market for these little cameras in the west... Crossing the California-Nevada border at the Heavenly ski resort with a Lomo Action Sampler | Roger Cox / The Scotsman By the time I first became aware of Lomography, the LOMO LC-A was by no means the only Lomo camera on offer – I was able to buy an Action Sampler, which allowed you to capture a sequence of four images on a single exposure, and a Fisheye No. 2, which, with its 10mm lens, made everything look as if you were shooting from inside a slightly murky goldfish bowl. Proceeding further down this retro photographic rabbit hole, I also got myself a Holga 120N, which meant shooting on medium format film – even more expensive to buy and develop. None of this would really have mattered if I hadn't had anything much of interest to point these cameras at during my 20s. However, my plastic camera mania happened to coincide with the period of my life when I got to travel the most – no kids, no responsibilities, and for some reason almost completely impervious to jetlag. Had I owned a sensible, straightforward digital camera during this time, even with my very-basic-verging-on-Neanderthal understanding of photography, I would still have ended up with a well-organised image bank that would now enable me to relive this period in glorious Technicolor whenever I wanted. Instead, all I have is a shoebox full of madness – a chaotic haystack of pictures which, taken together, resemble a nonsensical, globetrotting acid trip. Double exposure of surfers at Blehaven Bay, East Lothian | Roger Cox / The Scotsman A chance of a lifetime to go cat-skiing in the Monashee Mountains in British Columbia, for example – bottomless powder snow every day for a week – could potentially have yielded some spectacular action shots. Instead, I have a few wonky fish-eye images of people emerging from snow cats, the huge, brawny machines looking comically small beside the skiers standing in front of them, due to the way the lens distorts the image. Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco? Action Sampler images of somebody's Converse trainers (nope, no idea whose) walking along a sunny sidewalk. A surf contest at Dunbar? Various trippy double-exposure portrait experiments, none of them very successful. A ski trip to Heavenly at Lake Tahoe? Another Action Sampler series, this one taken while snowboarding across the California-Nevada border, only with my finger covering nearly half of one of the four frames that make up the image. I could go on, but you get the general idea – for the most part, the only visual record I have of this time in my life looks like a Monty Python film directed by David Lynch. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco | Roger Cox / The Scotsman Towards the end of the Noughts I got myself a 'proper' DSLR camera, started taking 'proper' pictures, and put the plastic cameras and the shoebox full of wonky prints away. A few weeks ago, though, I got them all out again for the first time in about a decade, and decided that perhaps my plastic-fantastic years weren't a complete waste after all. These days the world is flooded with perfect images, many of them artificially tweaked to look even more perfect; at least with an overexposed and out-of-focus analogue shot you know you're looking at something real.
