Blog

If there isn’t a masonry fireplace and chimney in your home, you can have a factory-built fireplace installed.  Both of these units provide warmth and the ability to enjoy watching the flames.  There are some distinct differences, however, between a masonry fireplace and one that is built in the factory. Place of Origin Some would Read more

A chimney cap is a covering for the top of your chimney, and it usually includes wire mesh. It makes a great deal of sense to install a chimney cap, when you look at the benefits. There are, however, some problems which can occur because of a chimney topper, particularly involving wire mesh. Pros • Read more

Not all firewood produces the same results, even if it’s properly seasoned.  You may be looking for firewood that crackles nicely, wood that burns efficiently while not putting off excessive heat, or firewood that provides the most heat per log.  The secret to choosing the right firewood is in knowing about the different types of Read more

During the holiday season, chimneys are on the minds of children and adults more than any other time of the year. The chimney isn’t usually given a lot of consideration other than at Christmastime, besides during the annual chimney inspection by a professional chimney sweep. But some of the most unexpected things have been found Read more

The most joyous time of the year for many people is the Holidays. Festive decorations which create a celebratory setting can be even more thoroughly enjoyed when you’re watching a crackling fire in the fireplace. But the tragic fact is that wonderful moments made possible during the holidays can be spoiled if the fireplace causes Read more

None of the heat sources available for homeowners can compare with wood-burning heating appliances which allow users to watch the dance of flames.  Besides the pleasantness of warming by a fire, when you use a fireplace or wood burning stove efficiently, you are helping to protect the environment.  Thanks to modern advances in fireplaces and Read more

When you get your chimney cleaned by a professional chimney sweep, special tools are used which are proven to be effective.  There was a time in history, however, in which the job of cleaning a chimney was carried out by a child who would climb the chimney while holding a brush over his head.  The Read more

How many people do you suppose have fireplaces in the area where you live? With winter just around the corner, it’s that time for everyone with a chimney to make sure it’s clean and ready to accommodate safe fires. This time of year is the busiest for chimney sweeps as every family with a fireplace Read more

KIDS – Don’t Miss the Sparky the Fire Dog Videos for Kids at the bottom. The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) has been the official sponsor of National Fire Prevention Week since its inception in 1922, and this year it’s held on October 7th -13th. The 2012 theme is “Have 2 Ways Out!” and it Read more

No one wants to find out that a new home improvement is needed.  But when it comes to a chimney liner, that’s a necessary purchase you can feel good about, in spite of the cost.  The bottom line is that it’s all about safety.  When you use a fireplace or wood stove, the last thing Read more