How to Repair a Deteriorating Fireplace
September 4th, 2017Most problems with a fireplace should be handled by the pros, but we’re always here to help when you need fireplace repair.
Fireplace Posts
Why Does Your Fireplace Smoke?
April 3rd, 2017Does your fireplace send smoke pouring back into your home? It’s not a good sign…but there may be an easy fix!
Burning the Right Wood in Your Fireplace
January 9th, 2017Choosing the wrong firewood can result in an inefficient winter—and you may run out of fuel quickly. Alternatively, the wrong firewood may mean the fire does not burn hot enough, or there could even be a serious safety issue.
Preparing Your Fuel Supply for the Fireplace
October 3rd, 2016Homeowners in Minneapolis are nearly ready to start their fireplaces and feel the cozy warmth they can bring. But first, they’ll have to make sure they have the right fuel for the job. Is your firewood ready for use in your fireplace?
Is Your Fireplace Making Summer Cooling Costs Higher?
June 20th, 2016Your fireplace is great in the winter, but it has nothing to do with how comfortable you feel in the summer, right? Actually, a fireplace can affect your home cooling costs significantly, if it’s not properly maintained.
7 Easy Safety Tips for Using a Fireplace
March 14th, 2016Fireplaces add a beautiful touch to any home, but despite the elegance it can add to your living room, it seems wasted if you never really use it. You deserve to get warm and cozy in front of a fireplace, but you also want to keep your family members safe.
5 Things to Know Before Lighting a Fire in Your Fireplace
January 25th, 2016At 2nd Generation Chimneys, Inc., we are committed to your comfort and, more importantly, your safety. In order to ensure both of these things, there are a few things you should know about your fireplace and chimney.
Fireplace Safety for the Holiday Season
December 22nd, 2015Far too many accidents occur during the holiday season, a time that should be set aside to rejoice and celebrate. Setting up holiday lights and other decorations is a task responsible for a number of burns, shocks, and falls, but perhaps an even bigger risk to your well-being is when something goes wrong in the fireplace.
3 Things Responsible Wood-Burning Fireplace Owners Do
June 8th, 2015A wood-burning stove or fireplace adds a decorative touch to a room and can provide a warm, cozy area for family to gather. But many people do not always use their wood-burning appliances properly, which can lead to dangerous conditions as well as reduced efficiency.
