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A fireplace is a great accent piece to any home. Spending cold winter nights snuggled up under a blanket listening to the crackling of a fire is a dream of many. However, the upkeep of a fireplace and chimney can be quite involved and it is very important to keep an eye on things. Just…
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Your chimney may seem to be in great condition from the outside, but inside, it could be a ticking time bomb. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 80% of all fire-related deaths in the U.S. are as a result of residential fires. One of the leading causes of residential fires is lack of…
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Proper dryer vent maintenance can spare you thousands of dollars in property damage and may even save your life. How? The biggest danger with dryers is the potential fire hazard. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reported nearly 16,000 dryer fires each year between 2010 and 2014. The leading cause of those fires was “failure…
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On the surface, gas and wood burning chimneys seem very different. However, these fireplaces have more in common than you think. They share many of the same concerns and maintenance needs. Here’s what you need to know: 1: Safety Concerns A gas chimney, just like a wood burning chimney, is designed to transport air, traces…
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When it comes to home maintenance and home repair, one of the things that is easily forgotten is the exterior chimney. This is often because many homeowners rarely use their chimney outside of a few holiday fires and as a backdrop to big family gatherings.
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Having a fireplace in your home is usually seen as a perk – especially when you live in an area with particularly harsh winters – but also comes with an added responsibility of taking care of a chimney. The good news is that with regular chimney maintenance, your beloved fireplace does not need to be…
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