Your fireplace is an asset that increases the value of your home substantially. However, significance lies in understanding the potential hazards it presents. There are several owners who unknowingly make grievous mistakes while using the chimney or the fireplace. Make sure not to light another fire before ascertaining you are […]
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Must-have Fireplace Accessories
Winter is here and fireplaces in all homes are all set to have the first fire of the season. Just like every fireplace needs a proper maintenance plan to function well, the right accessories can extend its usefulness to a great degree. Fireplace add-ons are good investments to accentuate the […]
Buying a Chimney Crown? Here's what you Need to Know
Chimneys, especially masonry chimneys require caps or hats. They are also called crowns. The crowns are available in the market. But homeowners can also construct them from scratch. In this article, I'll discuss chimney crowns. The commercial chimney crowns are not always properly built. Most of the times, they are […]
The Production, Features, and Safety Benefits of an Ethanol Fireplace
We all have chimneys at our homes. They need frequent cleaning. A homeowner needs to estimate the duration between two cleaning sessions because the longevity of your flue heavily depends on it. The flue's longevity also rests on the building materials. A masonry chimney a metal chimney can never render […]
How You can Install a New Liner in Your Chimney
Having an unlined chimney puts your house at danger. Installing a liner is necessary for you to reduce the possibility of a chimney fire. It's good to be self-dependent, but some works are so difficult that you need a professional's help to accomplish them. Installing a chimney liner falls into […]
Common Causes for Chimney Leaks
A fireplace in your home is a very adorning addition, but the issues accompanying it can be a real pain. One such problem involves a leaky chimney. A chimney leakage can be a very common and annoying problem in the household. This is because, if your chimney shows any signs […]
Greenhouse Gases and Eco-Friendly Chimneys
Every homeowner wants to install a safe and eco-friendly fireplace. The environmental impacts of using a fireplace are bothersome for the homeowners because of toxic elements and harmful components might release in the air and harm the environment. To get rid of the negative effects of a fireplace, a homeowner […]
The Training and Job Responsibilities of a Professional Chimney Sweep
When someone inquires about professional chimney sweeps and the job they perform, it's either because he wants to become one or because he's planning to hire one for having his chimney clean. A regular sweep is visualized as a middle-aged man holding cleaning equipment, his clothes are covered in flaky […]