by James Owens | Dec 18, 2020 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety
As the weather gets colder this time of year, it’s common for homeowners to start lighting up the fireplace more often. We know there isn’t anything quite as cozy and festive as some crackling flames, so it’s important to ensure you’re using your system as safely and...
by James Owens | Apr 18, 2018 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety
It’s been a long day, and all you want to do is relax in front of your fireplace, maybe even with a blanket and a good book. You take the time to lay out your wood and get the fire burning just right. And just when you’re all settled in, you notice a stench from the...
by James Owens | Jun 12, 2015 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety, Fireplaces and Stoves
Prefabricated fireplaces (also commonly referred to as factory-built or prefab fireplaces) are produced and assembled in a factory before being transported and installed by a professional fireplace installer at a particular job site. These fireplaces have been made...
by James Owens | Oct 7, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety, Chimney Maintenance
Would you go to an optometrist if you were having relationship problems? “No!” Would you go to a therapist if you were having problems with your eyes? Again…a resounding “NO!” In both situations, the wrong specialist is being used for something...
by James Owens | Jun 30, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety, Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance
The summertime smells we all want to imagine are flowers and barbecue, but sometimes our chimneys have other ideas. You can try to cover up the smell with air fresheners and high hopes, but it may be that you have to remove the odor from the unit completely. Our...
by James Owens | Jun 16, 2014 | Chimney and Fireplace Safety, Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety
Are you a chimney owner? Are you looking to get a chimney installed anytime soon? Well, if you’ve answered yes to either of the two questions then we’ve got some information that could be helpful. Our team here at Owens Chimney Systems, Inc. is ready and willing to...
