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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

At its basic, a chimney seems like a simple thing—a structure of bricks sticking out of the roof that makes the house look charming. But it’s more complex than that,

Chimney repair and service projects come in all shapes and sizes and can include a lot of variables. For this reason, it’s a good idea to seek a second opinion

The traditional fireplace may not be the most efficient heating source, but the ambiance and nostalgia that comes from a roaring fire can’t be beaten. Enter the insert that delivers