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- $300 Tax Credit on Biomass Fireplaces and Stoves through end of 2016
- 10 Things to Know About Pellet Stoves & Inserts
- 3 Hidden Dangers That May Be Lurking in Your Chimney
- 3 Important Benefits of Chimney Cleaning
- 3 Reasons to Install a Pellet Stove or Pellet Fireplace Insert
- 3 Things That Can Affect Your Chimney In Spring/Summer
- 4 Chimney Problems That Need Immediate Repair
- 4 Common Chimney Problems You Shouldn’t Sweep Under the Rug
- 4 Exterior Chimney Problems That You Shouldn’t Ignore
- 4 Fireplace Accessories That Can Improve Your Fireplace’s Efficiency
- 4 Important Chimney Repairs To Address
- 4 Major Types of Chimneys Used in Residential and Commercial Buildings
- 4 Primary Reasons for Chimney Damage and Chimney Fires
- 4 Reasons for a Chimney Cap Even if You Don’t Use Your Fireplace
- 4 Reasons Regular Chimney Sweep Services are So Important
- 4 Reasons to Upgrade a Chimney Liner
- 4 Safety Items Technicians Look for In A Chimney Inspection
- 5 Chimney Basics Every Homeowner Needs to Know
- 5 Hot Tips for Eco-friendly Fireplace Heating
- 5 Important Chimney Chores Homeowners Should Never Forget
- 5 Safety Tips for Operating Your Wood Stove
- 6 Reasons to Get a Chimney Cleaning & Inspection Before Winter
- 6 Reasons Your Chimney Isn’t Working Right
- 6 Signs You Need a Chimney Inspection
- 6 Tips for Off-Season Fireplace and Chimney Maintenance
- 7 Reasons to Invest in a Quality Wood Stove
- A Chimney Sweep’s Top Tips for Ecofriendly (and Cheap!) Fires
- A Safe Chimney is like a Healthy Heart
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- Ask The Chimney Sweeps
- Be Prepared for Summer Chimney Problems
- Ben Franklin, Father of the Fireplace Insert
- Benefits of Factory-Built Fireplaces
- Benefits of Keeping a Fireplace Clean
- Best of Modern Fireplace Improvements
- Building a New Chimney – What You Need to Know
- Burning Woods in Your Fireplace
- Can a Dirty Chimney Make You Sick?
- Can Chimneys Get Repaired in the Winter?
- Causes of Flue Liner Damage, How to Identify & Repair
- Chimney Cap Repair Guide
- Chimney Cleaning & Maintenance During The Warm Months
- Chimney Damage: To Repair or Rebuild?
- Chimney Facelift Ideas for Summer
- Chimney Inspection Benefits: Enjoy Your Fireplace Safely this Holiday Season
- Chimney Repairs: The Best Cure is Prevention
- Chimney Sweeps Recommend Different Repairs and Quotes?
- Choosing the Fuel Type for Your Next Hearth Appliance
- Cleaning a Fireplace is Best Left to the Professionals
- Common Chimney FAQs
- Common Expenses Associated with Chimneys
- Common Reasons for Structural Damage to Chimneys
- Creosote & Chimney Fires: What You Must Know
- Creosote and the Damage it Can Do to Your Chimney
- Dangers of Neglecting Chimney Maintenance
- Differences Between Above-Ground and In-Ground Fire Pits
- Do Home Inspections Include Chimney Inspections?
- Do I Need Fireplace Doors?
- Does your Chimney System Need a Makeover?
- Easy-to-Spot Reasons to Schedule Pro Chimney Repair
- Eliminating Smoke Chamber Draft Problems
- Everything to Know about Chimney Dampers
- Everything You Need to Know About Chimney Inspections & Why to Have One
- Finding and Repairing Chimney Leaks
- Fire Prevention 2014 – Check Smoke Alarms
- Fireplace Safety, Operation, & Maintenance
- Fireplaces Add Extra Heat and Security in Cold Winter Weather
- Four Tips for Buying a Wood-Burning Fire Pit
- Four Underlying Causes of Chimney Damage
- Gas Fireplaces vs. Wood Fireplaces: Which is best for you?
- Get Your Fireplace Running Efficiently This Winter
- Get Your Fireplace Winter-Ready Before the Rush!
- Has My Chimney Had a Fire? Here’s How to Tell
- Has Your Chimney Been Damaged by Severe Winter Weather?
- Here’s Why August is Prime Chimney Sweep Time!
- How a Chimney Cap Installation Protects Your Home and Roof
- How a Cold Winter Can Lead to Chimney Damage
- How Do Freezing Temperatures Damage My Chimney?
- How Does a Chimney Work?
- How EPA Certified Wood Stoves Operate
- How Fireplaces Impact Home Values
- How Much Does Chimney Tuck-Pointing Cost?
- How Much Firewood is in a Cord?
- How to Choose the Right Fireplace Insert
- How to Control a Fireplace Damper
- How to Find & Repair Chimney Leaks
- How to Fix an Unsightly Chimney
- How to Identify the Cause of Chimney Staining
- How to Keep Your Fireplace & Chimney Safe All Year Long
- How Your Chimney Affects Your Home’s Energy Efficiency
- How Your Chimney Really Works
- Increase the Fireplace Energy Efficiency All Year Long
- Investing in a New Chimney – What to Know
- Is a Fireplace a Cost-Effective Way to Heat Your Home?
- Is Chimney Sealant a Good Idea?
- Is My Fireplace Safe to Use?
- Is Your Chimney and Fireplace Ready for the Cooler Weather?
- Is Your Chimney Crown Cracked or Damaged?
- Is Your Chimney Ready for Cold Weather?
- Is Your Old Wood Fireplace Draining Your Budget?
- It’s Time to Upgrade or Add a New Fireplace!
- Keep Your Chimney Pest-Free
- Lower Your Home Heating Costs with a Fireplace Blower
- Luxurious Kitchen & Bathroom Fireplaces
- Masonry Chimney Maintenance: What You Need to Know
- Moisture Problems & Common Causes of Leaks
- National Fire Prevention Week’s 2016 Theme is: “Don’t Wait Check – the Date”
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- Prepare for Fall & Fireplace Safety with Chimney Maintenance
- Preparing your Fireplace for Spring Season
- Prevent Costly Chimney Repairs with These Pro Tips
- Prevent Potential Hazards with Your Wood Burner
- Problems with Gas Appliances Vented by Old Chimneys
- Proper Chimney & Fireplace Sizing
- Pros and Cons of Gas, Wood, and Electric Fireplaces
- Protect Chimney Masonry with Water Repellent
- Protecting Your Chimney From Brick Erosion
- Protecting Your Fireplace from Rodents
- Reasons to Install a Pellet Stove or Insert
- Reasons You Should Always Budget for a Chimney Inspection
- Remodeling Your Outdoor Space? Consider a Fireplace
- Repair Your Chimney for Winter Warmth and Safety
- Restore the Chimney on Your Fixer Upper Home
- Restoring “Original” Fireplace Openings in Older Homes
- Should You Worry about Vines Climbing Up the Chimney?
- Smoke Detectors in Your Bedrooms – 2015 National Fire Prevention Week
- Spring Cleaning Checklist for Your Chimney
- Spring Cleaning of Your Chimney May Uncover Winter Damage
- Switching Fireplace Fuel Type Can Lead to Spalling of the Flue
- The Beauty of the Regency Fireplace Products
- The Dangers of a Cracked Chimney Flue
- The Difference between a Chimney Crown, Chase Cover, and Chimney Cap
- The Difference Between Exterior and Interior Spark Arrestors
- The Fundamentals on Chimney Liners
- The Importance of NFPA 211 and Chimney Codes
- The Purpose and Function of a Chimney Cap
- The Ultimate Guide to Maintain Your Wood-Burning Fireplace
- Tips for Burning Wood Responsibly
- Tips for Controlling Heat Output in your Fireplace
- Tips for New Homeowners with a Fireplace
- Tips to Prepare Your Chimney for Winter Weather
- Top 3 Benefits of Wood-Burning Fireplace Inserts
- Top 3 Questions to Ask a Chimney Technician
- Top 5 Eco-Friendly & Affordable Fires
- Top Two Potential Reasons Your Chimney is Tilting
- Understanding Your Chimney’s Protective Components
- Warning Sign It’s Time to Replace or Repair a Wood Stove
- Ways to Reduce your Chimney and Fireplace Pollution
- What a CSIA-Certified Chimney Inspection Means
- What Causes Cracks in a Chimney?
- What do Gas & Wood Burning Chimneys have in Common?
- What is a Fireplace / Chimney Damper & Is It Important to Chimney Function?
- What Is Chimney Coping?
- What is Chimney Spalling?
- What is Creosote and Should I be Concerned About It?
- What Services do Chimney Sweeps Provide?
- What Should You Do If Your Chimney Is Damaged by a Storm?
- What Technicians Check for During a Chimney Inspection
- What to Do About Chimney Cracks
- What to Do If You Suspect Mold in Your Chimney or Fireplace
- What to Do When Lightning Strikes Your Chimney During a Summer Storm
- What to Know Before Firing Up Your Gas Fireplace
- Why Chimney Cleaning & Chimney Inspection Aren’t DIY Jobs
- Why Damp Chimneys Can Cause Problems for Your Home
- Why does my Basement Fireplace Have a Backdrafting Problem?
- Why Fireplace Cleaning Should be the Easiest Spring Cleaning Chore
- Why Having a Strong Chimney Cap Is Important
- Why Ice Dams are Dangerous for Your Chimney
- Why is My Chimney Rusting?
- Why is Pellet Stove Service So Important?
- Why is Smoke Coming Out of My Fireplace?
- Why Price Matters When Hiring a Chimney Company
- Why the Best Time to Install a Chimney Cap is Now
- Why Waterproof My Chimney?
- Why You Should Add a Second Fireplace to Your Home
- Why You Should Hire a Certified Chimney Sweep
- Why You Should Keep a Close Eye on Your Chimney Liner
- Why You Should Shop Early for a New Fireplace, Stove or Fireplace Insert
- Will a Chimney Sweep Leave a Mess in My House?
- Wood IS an Eco-Friendly Way to Heat Your Home
- Wood Stoves, Fireplaces and the Danger of Pyrolysis
- Yes, Chimney Inspection and Cleaning is Needed After a Mild Winter
- Yes, Your Gas Fireplaces Needs to be Inspected Annually
- What is Chimney Relining, and is it Necessary?
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