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Why Home-Owners Should Know about Creosote

March 31, 2017

Creosote is a dangerous, carbon-based chemical that is formed when wood or fossil fuels are burned. If you have a wood-burning stove or fireplace in your home, chances are there is buildup of this chemical in your chimney. Let’s take a more in-depth look at creosote and how to handle it! What are the causes and dangers of creosote? Burning […]

Tips for Safe Wood Burning in Your Home

February 20, 2017

More than 1/3 of Americans use wood or fuel-fired appliances as their primary heat source. If you have a wood stove or wood fireplace in your home, it’s important to be aware of safety precautions and procedures that are necessary to properly operate and maintain them. Both types of systems work in the same manor: they burn wood to create […]

2017 Chimney Checklist

January 18, 2017

A properly functioning chimney is crucial to the safe and effective heating of your home. Like most systems in your home, a chimney requires yearly maintenance and care to run efficiently. This is why we suggest taking time to look over your fireplace and chimney on a year basis. Run through this 2017 chimney checklist to ensure your chimney is […]

Should I get a Wood Stove or a Fireplace?

December 28, 2016

Heating your home through the burning of wood is a great way to save money on your monthly heating bill. Not to mention, the look and smell of a wood-burning fire in the home is unbeatable. This brings us to the age-old argument of pitting wood stove vs. fireplace as we decide which is the best option for heating your […]

Should I Have My Fireplace Inspected Before Winter?

November 15, 2016

It is almost that time of the year where we pack our summer apparel and welcome winter with open arms. The best thing about winters is that they having a feeling of coziness. Among the best times spent during this season are those where you relax by the fireplace. Since you will also be firing up your fireplace soon, it […]

Fall Fireplace Check List

October 17, 2016

It is basically fall and winter is already at our doorstep. This means that soon it will be time to enjoy those cozy nights around the fireplace. While we all look forward to it, there are a few things we need to take care of before using our fireplace. It has probably been a long time since you used your […]

Fireplace Decorating Tips

June 15, 2016

A Fireplace and it’s mantle are a wonderful opportunity for decorating and bringing character and unique style to your space. While it may not be the focal point of the home during warm months, that doesn’t mean you still won’t want to use it as a gathering place and highlight its beauty. These few tips and suggestions will keep your […]

Spring Fireplace and Chimney Checkup

April 15, 2016

It’s been a chilly spring so far in Maryland, but it’s not long until we can finally close up the fireplace for the summer and enjoy the warm weather. But before you close the heating season, make sure you give your fireplace and chimney some TLC. How do you do that? Just follow these easy steps from our Maryland chimney […]

3 Tips for Buying a Home With a Fireplace

March 15, 2016

House hunting can be both exciting and tedious. And you should be especially careful when buying a home with a fireplace. While it can be a great source of joy and warmth, it can also be a major source of drafts and leaks, so it’s important to know what you are buying. Here are a few tips on buying a […]

How to Maintain Your Chimney and Fireplace During Summer

May 28, 2015

The recent cold spell here in Maryland had some of us firing up that fireplace one last time this season. But 80-degree weather is just around the corner, so your fireplace and chimney will enjoy a nice, long rest until next fall. But this doesn’t mean that you should close the damper and forget about that piece of masonry in […]