It’s important to have a chimney sweep clean your chimney before and after winter. After all, burning wood produces creosote, a highly flammable and hazardous substance that builds up in your chimney over time. What should you expect when you’re having your chimney cleaned? Securing the Work Site After inspecting your chimney, the chimney sweep […]
What Not to Burn in Your Fireplace
What are the things you should never burn in your fireplace? Naturally, plastics would be at the top of the list, but the other materials might surprise you. What Not to Burn Wet wood – Not only is using wet wood to heat your home inefficient, but it’s also risky. Due to its high water […]
Why Does Your Chimney Need a Liner?
You light a fire in the grate, and the smoke it generates drifts up the chimney. That’s about it as far as most homeowners are concerned. But given how the chimney is one of the most important areas in a home, it doesn’t hurt to learn more about its components – like the liner, for […]
4 Common Chimney Issues You Should Know
Smoke drifting from the chimney and a cheery fire in the hearth – these add warmth and character to your home. In fact, the slightest chill in the air is already a good enough excuse to light up a cozy fire. As with most home components, however, your chimney and fireplace have a lot more […]
Gas Fireplaces: Troubleshooting Your Pilot Light
Nowadays, most homeowners prefer gas fireplaces over traditional wood fireplaces. Not only are gas fireplaces safer and more energy-efficient, but they also have a lower impact on indoor air quality. The only downside is that they can be tricky to operate. If you’re having trouble lighting your gas fireplace, check the pilot light. Issues with […]
