Month: May 2020

Why Install a Chimney Cap Even if You Don’t Use Your Fireplace

Even if you only use your fireplace as part of your decor, the chimney still needs a cap. Many homeowners assume that they don’t need to worry about their chimney if they never light up a fire in their hearth. This isn’t true. Leaving your chimney without a cap puts...

The Little Critters

Your chimney is a beautiful structure that is an important feature in your home. But it is also a great feature in the lives of little invaders.Here is some important information regarding these critters and how to keep them out of your home! It's important to make...

Fireplace Screens

Fireplace screens add extra allure to your fireplace and your living room as it prevents the burning wood and soot from escaping the fireplace and causing damage to your furniture, pets, kids and carpet. From a broader perspective, some customized versions of...

How Can You Prevent A Chimney Fire?

Ensuring the safety and security of your home is top priority in any family. With that being said, house fires are a large problem within the United States. Here are some tips to help prevent a fireplace fire within your home. Use proper fuelMake sure the wood is...
Maximum Safety

Maximum Safety

Back in 1974, the Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a series of 12 fireplace and chimney safety tips,...

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Money: Fireplaces & Chimneys Mean Warmth & Value

Money: Fireplaces & Chimneys Mean Warmth & Value

From colonial times to now, fireplaces have been an important part of the American household. Offering more than heat and warmth, fireplaces are a traditional centerpiece of American history; the place where people gather to talk, eat, and share the great memories of...

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What To Expect When Having A Chimney Sweep

What To Expect When Having A Chimney Sweep

If there is a wood burning fireplace in your home that isn’t used very often, then you may feel there is no reason to have it swept. However, having your chimney serviced once or twice a year improves the quality of air in your home, and gets rid of creosote and other...

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