When you are looking for someone to work on your chimney, it is important that you hire a person who is qualified and certified to work on chimneys and fireplaces, but how do you know whether or not this person meets these standards? One of the most essential things...
When asked to think of spring, the sound of birds chirping probably comes to mind. The sound, when heard out in nature, can be quite soothing. However, one can imagine how hearing those same sounds coming from the inside your chimney could get old quickly. Let’s face...
Energy savings, two words that will most certainly put a smile on every homeowner’s face this time of year. Surely everyone likes to save money whenever possible. Right? Chimney dampers, for many, are just the way to help with those high heating bills. The main...
There are general fire safety precautions everyone should follow, regardless of where they live. Taking the time to review these fire safety precautions can help you create a safer and more secure living environment for you and your family. There are several fire...
If you have a wood stove or fireplace in your home, the chances are you’re planning on using it when the weather turns cold. In order for your wood stove or fireplace to run at an optimal level requires you to take the appropriate measures. One of these measures is...
Winter is right around the corner, and the Farmers’ Almanac is predicting another record-breaking winter season for much of the United States. Where the heaviest snow will fall still remains a matter for debate – one influenced to some degree by an El Nino pattern in...