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Winter is here. People with fireplaces are looking forward to cozy nights by the fire. While fireplaces give warmth and an ambiance you can’t get with other heating systems, they can be dangerous. Statistics suggest... Read more

It’s that time of year again! You find yourself very busy with checking your Christmas list, maybe checking it twice. You have prepared for your holiday get-togethers. The invitations are sent out. You and your... Read more

This is a question asked quite a bit. Is it necessary to insulate my chimney liner? If you are in the market for a stove or fireplace or have one, you may be asking this... Read more

Cold weather signals it’s nearing the time for St. Nick to begin his annual journey to deliver presents to all the good little boys and girls. Unfortunately, cold weather also signals impending snowstorms, freezing temperatures,... Read more

Traditions! Lifestyles have become so busy that we have forgotten about the year-to-year activities that people do, called traditions. Family traditions go back long before you and I were on this planet. Traditions should be... Read more

Imagine your chimney getting struck by lightning or catching fire, resulting in damage that needs repair. After getting an estimate for the repairs, it’s wise to seek a second opinion to ensure you’re making the... Read more

It’s October, and Halloween is in the air. Witches and goblins, ghouls, and ghosts are all around. There is a noise in the house, and you jump out of your chair. That spooky movie you... Read more

Life in historic Hartford, along the majestic Connecticut River, memorialized by the legendary writer Mark Twain, is a tale of two worlds: The bustling city center with urban amenities and a sprawling suburban landscape with... Read more

When bricks start to chip, crack, flake, and break down, this is called spalling. This is quite common as the bricks age. Eventually, the bricks will fall away from the structure if not repaired.  What... Read more

Gas fireplaces have become more and more popular over the past several years. Millennials are coming of age. They are busy with their careers, buying their first homes, and raising a family. However, they don’t... Read more