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Fireplaces are cozy focal points, functional heating systems, and sometimes even historic elements of a home. But if your fireplace is outdated, damaged, or isn’t getting used as much as

When a major storm runs through the neighborhood, most people check their roof, siding, or maybe the basement for flooding. But what about the chimney? It’s easy to forget about

Chimney systems should be professionally inspected once a year. If signs of damage or malfunction show up between inspections, a special inspection should be performed. For the basic annual inspection,

Summer is here, and you’re thinking about vacations, relaxing in the backyard, grilling out, and enjoying the long days. What you’re probably not thinking about is your fireplace. Are you

If you have a fireplace or wood stove, chances are you’ve heard about chimney cleanings and inspections. But what’s the actual difference between the two? Are they basically the same

Chimney systems can experience damage that’s not always obvious to people living in the home. Some issues start in the interior areas of a chimney but eventually spread and put

A leaky chimney isn’t just annoying—it can cause serious damage to your home if you don’t catch it early. Water and masonry mix like oil and water, and the longer

Few things are better than a pellet stove throwing out cozy heat during a chilly winter night. They’re silent, eco-friendly, and way easier to manage than a traditional wood stove

The easy answer to this question is probably not. The more thorough answer is, yes, you can, if you know what you’re doing and understand a lot about drafting physics,

Pellet stoves are awesome. They crank out heat like nothing else, make your home cozy, are much cleaner than traditional fireplaces, and give your house a rustic charm you can’t