Why Ice Dams are Dangerous for Your Chimney
Wintertime often brings visions of snow, hot chocolate, and a cozy fire in the the fireplace, but it also has its own set of hazards.
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How to Get the Picture Perfect Fireplace for Christmas
There’s nothing like the feeling of a home that is perfectly decorated and outfitted for Christmas. The smell of holiday cooking, the music, the splendor of a perfectly decorated tree and stockings- all eager to receive little personal gifts all add up to the holiday cheer that we all love. But if your home features…
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The Benefits of Humane Animal Removal Services
When you are trying to figure out how to efficiently deal with the critters that have made their home in your chimney, consider using humane animal removal services.
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Technology for Chimney Inspections: What’s needed?
According to the nonprofit organization, Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), knowing the condition of your chimney is important, as it will keep a fire from developing. For example, creosote deposits, a black flaky residue, which accumulates in neglected chimneys is highly combustible. If it ignites, it can destroy the structure of the building, as…
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Replacing a Gas Fireplace with a Wood-Burning Insert
If you are facing extensive repairs in your fireplace, then you are probably looking for ways to save money without having to give up the comfort of your fireplace. Instead of dealing with the cost of repairing or replacing a gas fireplace, one option is to simply install a fireplace insert and set. There’s a…
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Fire Safety Tips for Kids
Sitting in front of a cozy fire is a great way to spend cold fall and winter evenings as a family. However, it’s important to make sure everyone in your family, including your kids, knows about fireplace safety. This helps reduce the risk of dangerous chimney fires. Keep the following safety tips in mind, so…
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