What Causes Smoking Problems In The Chimney? One of the best things about the cold, winter months is snuggling up by a warm fire at the end of the day. However, this cozy scene can quickly turn into a mess if the chimney starts to fill the room with smoke. There are...
Air quality issues Owens Chimney Systems We are all exposed to many kinds of outdoor pollutants. What we may not realize is that there are also many pollutants within our own homes. Knowing what they are, understanding their risks, and determining how to deal with...
Teaching Kids about Fire Safety Arguably the greatest human achievement was the discovery of fire. Fire is what allowed humanity to settle in one place. It allowed us to protect ourselves against the environment around us. It allowed us to cook our food to increase...
As we get closer to using our fireplaces for the last time until fall, it is time to have a chimney sweep do some spring cleaning. Not only will we have better smelling homes, but whatever creosotes exist in the chimney will be gone. That leaves the home better...
Perhaps the most essential fireplace tool for safety is a screen, even if the fireplace is equipped with glass doors. These retain heat and become extremely hot, so the screen functions in this case to prevent burns. In front of wood burning fireplaces, they keep...
A number of factors can explain a smoking chimney. Correcting the problem may be as simple as checking to be sure the damper is open or as complicated as a chimney pot of the wrong size. The place to start is with problems that are easy to fix. The chimney should be...
