Fireplaces play many valuable roles in a home. They add desired warmth, they provide a cozy spot to relax, they up the resale value, and their aesthetic appeal is undeniable. That being said, a chimney and/or fireplace that’s damaged isn’t doing anybody any good. In...
Is there smoke in your home coming from the fireplace? This is certainly cause for alarm! The first thing a homeowner should do if they seesmoke coming out of the firebox opening is call 911. The most likely scenario is that there is some issue causing some backdraft,...
If you own a fireplace, then chimney maintenance needs to be a priority if you’re looking to maintain the value and overall aesthetic of your home. Fortunately, by investing in annual inspections and scheduling sweepings as often as The National Fire Protection...
What’s the strongest structure in your home? Hopefully, the whole house is pretty sturdy, but it does seem as though the last thing standing would be the mortar and brick chimney system. It is extremely durable and long-lasting, but that doesn’t mean that nothing can...
Now that winter is here, it’s fireplace season again. When the snow starts to fall and the weather turns cold, it’s time to light a fire and relax in front of the warm glow. But there is a lot of work involved in building a fire, and it starts back in the springtime...