Winter Emergency Preparedness

Freezing temperatures are no joke and winter preparedness will help get you and your home ready. Whether you’re in an area accustomed to freezing or you have those one or two freezing days, it’s always important to be proactive. Here’s a quick list of things you can do to be prepared for the cold temperatures…

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How to Prepare Your Fireplace for Winter Weather

Winter weather can get dangerous quickly, especially if you are not prepared for it! Chimneys and fireplaces that haven’t been maintained are a quick way to find yourself at the far end of a long line of waiting for repair service. While the summer gives us time and opportunity to repair your fireplace or chimney,…

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The Top 20 Terms for Chimneys and Fireplaces

Chimney and fireplaces are great additions to your home and while we know this isn’t middle school, knowing chimney and fireplace terms can be important if you regularly use your unit. This is important when it comes to basic sweep and inspections to more complex repairs and installations. Having a decent knowledge of the working…

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What is Creosote and Is a Chimney Sweep Necessary?

Relaxing in front of the fireplace is one of the many advantages of having one. A crackling fire adds ambiance and coziness to any home and oftentimes the maintenance of these units is far from the mind. With each cozy night and burn, creosote builds within your chimney. Getting your fireplace and chimney swept regularly…

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What Not to Burn in Your Fireplace

Your fireplace is a source of comfort and warmth in your home on a cold night. With Fall and the colder weather approaching, there are more opportunities to light that fire in the hearth. As tempting as it is to use paper materials around the house as kindling and firewood, it is important to know…

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Benefits and Uses Of Fireplace Wood Ash

With benefits, like being a great yard treatment, compost production, and even a natural repellent, your old fireplace wood can be used long after it's been burned for a multitude of purposes. Read on for some great ways that wood ash can benefit you around your home and yard. 

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