Good Draft = Good Performance Traditional fireplaces create a comforting ambiance on a cold winter day, but the warmth, unfortunately, is usually more show than substance. The explanation is 100% science-based really. We’re all aware that hot air rises; as such, the...
A Chimney and Fireplace Guide to Ensure Your Safety Don’t you think you owe a little credit to your chimney and fireplace? How it gives warmth and comfort to you and your family during those cold nights – a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere. Also, you know how...
There’s nothing that’s quite as relaxing in the dead of winter as a nice roaring fire in your fireplace; a nice sense of calm floods your body. You start to forget about the unkind words you received from your co-worker. Finding out that little Timmy is failing...
A burning question for many homeowners with fireplaces is which types of wood are okay to burn and which are not. There is no simple answer to this question, as the options available to you are quite numerous. Nevertheless, they type of wood you burn has a direct...
If you have a chimney you are probably familiar with the process involved in having your chimney swept and cleaned. Usually this is a routine process but every once in a while when a chimney is inspected a chimney sweep might find that the liner inside of the chimney...
