by Steve Sobczak | Nov 20, 2016 | Fire Safety
So you think you’ve found your dream fireplace? You’ve put in the time price checking, learning about different fuels, different appliance efficiency, possible installation hangups, and day-to-day ease of use. You’ve weighed the pros and cons and you have picked the...
by Steve Sobczak | Oct 12, 2016 | Fire Safety
Fall has arrived, and with it has come cooler temperatures, shorter days, and more opportunities than ever to curl up in front of a roaring fire. To celebrate, the Hearth, Patio, & Barbecue Association has named October as National Fireplace Month. Using the...
by Steve Sobczak | Oct 7, 2015 | Fire Safety
Gas fireplaces are a popular choice for many families because of their ease of use, low cost to operate, and cost savings and efficiency. In order to get the most use and enjoyment out of your fireplace, it is important to understand how to safely operate it. The...
by Steve Sobczak | Apr 7, 2015 | Fire Safety
Although the temperatures have begun to warm up, many homeowners like to continue using their fireplaces into the spring and summer months. In order to prevent overheating, many will run their fireplaces or stoves at a low temperature. While this prevents your home...
by Steve Sobczak | Nov 28, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety
While most homeowners are confident in their ability to safely use their wood burning stoves and fireplaces, many are misinformed when it comes to dealing with the embers and ashes left behind after a fire. Correctly removing, storing, and disposing of ashes can help...
by Steve Sobczak | May 13, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Energy Efficiency, Fire Safety, improper draft, smoky fireplace
The job of your liner is to protect the chimney walls from overuse and excessive heat, as well as ushering smoke outside. If it’s not doing its job, perhaps it’s time to have it repaired or replaced. Have it inspected as soon as possible.
