A fireplace is a welcome addition to any home. It provides a focal piece, a sense of style and a beautiful, glowing warmth in the winter. Warmth, that is, unless you have a traditional, open-hearth fireplace. These fireplaces can actually be a drain on your home,...
Fall is just around the corner. As soon as the leaves turn and the temperatures begin to drop, homeowners throughout the northeast will call their chimney sweeps to schedule their annual chimney sweepings and inspections. When it comes to having your chimney swept in...
Do you hear chirping and rustling in your chimney? Do you notice birds flying in and out of your chimney around dusk each evening? Then chances are you have chimney swifts inside your chimney. Chimney swifts are migratory birds that spend summer in the northeastern...
Many people close their homes to turn on the air conditioners each summer as they try to beat the heat and keep out the outdoor allergens. If your home has dirty air ducts, however, being indoors with the air conditioner might actually expose you to inferior air...
A hearth upgrade can vastly improve the look of your home. A hearth sets the tone for your living space, and investing in a new look for your hearth can give your home a whole new atmosphere. One way to make a dramatic change to your fireplace — or to install a new...
