Fireplaces and chimneys can be wonderful additions to any home. They offer warmth and comfort, create an inviting atmosphere, and can even add value to your property. However, it’s important to remember that fireplaces and chimneys require regular maintenance in order to ensure they operate safely. Leaving them unmaintained can pose serious risks to your home and family. At Town […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

February is usually one of the coldest months in the mid-Atlantic region, which means increased fireplace use for many families. And if you’ve been slacking on chimney sweeping, you are especially at risk of chimney fires. Chimney fires are dangerous because they cause the chimney to get very hot, which may lead to chimney damage, as well as cause the […]

Do you know why your chimney has to be inspected and cleaned on a regular basis? It’s not something people do out of extreme cleanliness—cleaning your chimney is actually crucial for ensuring the safety of your home. A chimney covered in layers of creosote is a ticking time bomb ready to set off a chimney fire. Creosote is a combustion […]

The fireplace is a wonderful technology that keeps us warm in winter while providing a great spectacle. But if you think about it, we are essentially building fire in the middle of our living rooms! There is always a risk associated with owning a fireplace, and the responsibility of minimizing this risk is entirely on the homeowners. Thankfully, annual chimney […]