Cleaning your chimney is about the safety of your home. This is why it is vitally important that you choose the right chimney sweep. Here we will objectively walk you through what to look for in a good chimney sweep, starting with doing your homework prior to making a...
Let’s talk mortar for a little bit. You may be surprised to find there are different types of mortar we use when building or repairing a chimney or fireplace. The first thing to point out is that mortar, concrete, and cement are not the same thing. Cement is an...
The question of what is safe to burn in your fireplace really depends on your definition of safe. Technically speaking, nothing you burn is really safe. You are, after all, playing with fire. That being said, some things are better than others, and there are many...
Perhaps the question is not “Are wood stoves safe?” but rather “Are properly installed and maintained wood stoves safe?” There is nothing like the warmth and ambiance that a wood fire creates. It is no wonder some YouTube videos that simulate...
These five simple fireplace hacks will make your life easier, and your home warmer and safer. 1. Invest In An Insert If you do not have one already, invest in an insert. Inserts turn your drafty fireplace into a heat-producing machine. Inserts stop all of the heat...
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