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Why is Pellet Stove Service So Important?
Pellet stoves use innovative technology to burn wood products with such efficiency that the heating appliances are recognized by the EPA as virtually smokeless. Unlike standard wood stoves and fireplaces that burn logs and need... Read more
How to Keep Your Fireplace & Chimney Safe All Year Long
Fireplaces and chimneys are like the proverbial “two-edged sword”: they can be extremely dangerous, and they can be completely safe. Of course, you want the completely safe kind, so here are some ways to accomplish... Read more
Warning Sign It’s Time to Replace or Repair a Wood Stove
A wood stove is a reliable, affordable, and efficient source of home heating. Your wood stove will provide years of warmth, but like any other heating appliance, they will eventually need to be repaired or... Read more
5 Chimney Basics Every Homeowner Needs to Know
Every homeowner needs to understand the basics of a chimney. Understanding the following five chimney basics will help ensure proper maintenance and care that will not only prolong its lifespan but will also help keep... Read more
Perfect Places to Add a Fireplace to Your Home
There are times when it really pays to think outside the box. This includes when you are deciding where to install a brand-new fireplace. Thanks to innovative design measures in modern pre-fab fireplaces, it’s possible... Read more
How Your Chimney Really Works
A fireplace that provides warmth and ambiance with no unwanted side effects is such a pleasure in winter. You may never even think about how your chimney works until smoke from fires is suddenly coming... Read more
Understanding Your Chimney’s Protective Components
Within your chimney system are a number of protective components whose job it is to allow for efficient operation and keep your home safe. Let’s look at some of these components and see why they’re... Read more
Wood Stoves, Fireplaces and the Danger of Pyrolysis
Annual chimney inspections are important to help keep people safe from various risks involving fireplaces, according to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and all other leading fire prevention experts. Among the threats that... Read more
Masonry Chimney Maintenance: What You Need to Know
Traditional masonry chimneys aren’t built to last forever, and thanks to unavoidable rain and moisture, these structures can become damaged and unsafe faster than you would expect. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA): “All masonry... Read more
It’s Time to Upgrade or Add a New Fireplace!
Do you want to update your fireplace or add a new fireplace in your home? When you buy an EPA-approved fireplace, you are getting an efficient heating appliance that can help you cut your winter... Read more