by Steve Sobczak | Feb 28, 2014 | chimney blockages, Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety
Creosote has always been described to be deadly and poisonous. Yes, creosote inside the chimney can be a very bad thing, but then again, like all bad things, creosote has its good side and there are many benefits it can give to other things. The Cozy Flame Hearth Shop...
by Steve Sobczak | Feb 14, 2014 | chimney blockages, Chimney Maintenance, Energy Efficiency, Fire Safety, improper draft, smoky fireplace
Many things can cause your draft to become compromised—chimney blockages, closed and/or clogged dampers, improper or inefficient construction, lower-temperature fires, and structural damage. When thinking about your chimney, ask yourself the following set of...
by Steve Sobczak | Jan 29, 2014 | chimney blockages, Chimney Maintenance, Energy Efficiency, Fire Safety, improper draft
Have you ever wondered what is going on inside your chimney? Chemistry and physics both play a part of a well-functioning chimney.
by Steve Sobczak | Jan 14, 2014 | Fire Safety
This is the season for more than holidays and snuggling by the fire…this is also the season for house fires. Many fires are caused by ashes that are not properly cooled or disposed of. In this post, we will review ways to deal safely with ash. Always remember,...
