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What’s better during warm seasons than a home improvement project in which you add a second fireplace to your home? Fireplaces are as popular as they have ever been, and adding a second fireplace is... Read more

Everyone who burns fires in their fireplaces or wood stoves ends up with a creosote issue, which is a potential hazard. When wood burns, combustion byproducts are produced and expelled through the chimney. These byproducts... Read more

As we move into the early-summer months of May and June, the last thing on most people’s minds is the dead of winter and home-heating options.  But if you’ve been considering adding a new fireplace,... Read more

Have you become frustrated with high home heating bills?  Are you considering purchasing a beautiful new fireplace or stove to not only save money but add a touch of elegance to your home?  If so,... Read more

Frugal homeowners often wonder if a chimney inspection and cleaning is needed after a mild winter. Experts say yes and for good reason. Chimneys get dirty even in mild winters but perhaps for different reasons.... Read more

Enjoying a new home can be exciting, especially when there’s a fireplace to enjoy in winter. Nothing feels like home more than snuggling up to a crackling fire when it’s cold outside. It’s very important,... Read more

Pellet stoves are remarkably efficient and generate automated wood-fired heat for the home. Minimal combustion materials are emitted from a pellet stove, making the appliance earth-friendly. Pellet stoves can produce sufficient heat for a large... Read more

A fireplace is a pleasure to use during cold winter weather, but what about after the fire dies down? Having a fireplace is a responsibility, and it takes work to maintain it properly. It’s important... Read more

Is wood-burning in a fireplace or wood stove something an environmentally conscious person should be doing? Under certain circumstances, yes, wood-burning is an eco-friendly heating option. Should wood-burning also appeal to homeowners on a budget... Read more

Your chimney provides protection against fire hazards, and the firebox has the same function. With regular chimney inspections and proper maintenance, you are helping to prevent a dangerous fire and avoiding repairs much more expensive... Read more