by Steve Sobczak | Feb 23, 2017 | Gas Fireplaces
A gas fireplace is a great option for the home fireplace because of its high efficiency and low maintenance. Its often confused with no maintenance though. This leads to problems in the long run. Homeowners should always follow the recommendations of the manufacturer...
by Steve Sobczak | Nov 13, 2014 | Direct Vent Fireplaces, Fireplace Inserts
Gas fireplaces and inserts have grown in popularity in recent years due to their ease of use and maintenance. These heating appliances offer a number of benefits over traditional wood burning fireplaces. First, fires can be started with the simple flip of a switch, as...
by Steve Sobczak | Jan 14, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Energy Efficiency
For many of us, our wood burning fireplaces create a comforting ambiance on a cold winter day, but the warmth it provides, unfortunately, is usually more show than substance. The explanation is simple enough. Warm air rises. Because of this scientific fact, the...