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Top Tips for Fall Gas Fireplace Maintenance
Football is back, and that means fall is around the corner. And besides leaves turning, fall brings cooler temperatures, meaning many people will start using their fireplaces to remove the chill. This post delves into... Read more
What to Do About Crumbling Chimney Bricks
Have you noticed some chipping, flaking or crumbling in the bricks of your chimney? Are some of the mortar joints beginning to deteriorate? If you’ve noticed any of this, now is the time to have... Read more
Closer look at Gas, Wood and Electric Fireplaces
Do you love fires but don’t necessarily love the smell that comes along with them? Luckily, now there are options to choose from outside of the traditional wood fireplaces. There are also gas and electric... Read more
Operating Your New Fireplace
A fireplace can be a beautiful addition to your home. The warmth and glow of a fire on a cool fall or winter night is like no other experience. Many memories can be made in... Read more
How to Prepare for A Chimney Inspection
As a homeowner, an annual chimney cleaning and inspection is important to avoid unwanted debris and risk of a housefire. But, do you know how to make it as smooth as possible for chimney professionals?... Read more
Most Common Fireplace & Chimney Repairs
Owning a fireplace is not just about making memories next to a warm blaze in winter. It is critical to keep up with maintenance, such as tending to the most common fireplace repairs. When such... Read more
Why Is My Chimney Discolored?
Over the years your chimney goes through a lot of abuse. Not only from the wear and tear that your chimney endures on a regular basis. There are noticeable stains that can be seen on... Read more
Stages Of Wood Combustion
Fire is one of the most potent forces of nature. Its recorded use dates some 420 million years ago (Silurian Period) when early man rubbed two charcoal sticks together to create this mysterious heat source... Read more
Signs Your Chimney Needs A Professional
One of the most important features in your home may be your fireplace. When a homeowner is searching for a home, one criterion many have is that the home has a fireplace. The warmth that... Read more
Is Efflorescence on My Chimney Harmful?
Efflorescence is the scientific term for the white stains that sometimes appear on chimneys. For some people, efflorescence is a cause for alarm. For others, it’s just something ugly to ignore. Technically, neither of these... Read more