Cleaning the Chimney Is Not Easy…But It’s So Important
November 21st, 2016You may have heard before that cleaning out the chimney from time to time is an important part of home maintenance.
Prepare Your Chimney for Snow and Winter Ice
November 14th, 2016In the wintertime, you may assume you can light the fireplace without any repercussions. But when you live in an area where snow and ice play a prominent role in the winter’s climate, you need to take some extra precautions.
Three Things You Must Do Before You Use Your Fireplace and Chimney
November 7th, 2016This year, don’t take your comfort and safety for granted. Starting a fire in the fireplace can come with a cost, and you need to be sure your home is as safe as possible before you can enjoy the cozy glow of a fire on a quiet evening with your loved ones.
Chimney Creosote: The Scariest Halloween Intruder
October 25th, 2016Halloween is all about things that go bump in the night. But at the end of the day, we know it’s all just pretend. Some of the scariest things that can actually get into your home, however, may already be there.
Is a Pellet Stove Better than a Woodstove?
October 24th, 2016Today, you have more options than ever before when you want a wood- or pellet-burning appliance to fill your home with warmth. Rather than traditional wood-burning stoves that require seasoned logs of firewood, pellet stoves burn small wood pellets an inch or less in length.
Don’t Get Stuck without a Safe Chimney This Winter
October 10th, 2016You wouldn’t drive your car for years without getting an oil change and general maintenance services. So why would you light a fire in your fireplace without having your chimney cleaned and inspected?
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?
Read This Before You Use Your Chimney
September 27th, 2016You’re ready for the low temperatures to give you a chance to light a fire in your fireplace once again. A warm, welcoming fire can make a house feel like home. But don’t rush into using yours just yet.
Is It Time to Retire Your Smoke Alarm?
September 26th, 2016Our chimney techs and fireplace experts want to make sure that your home is protected from the dangers of a chimney fire—and that you have time to act if smoke does begin to fill your home.
