by Aric Waddell | Jun 28, 2024 | Fireplace Appliances, Power Outages
A big crack of thunder rattles the windows and startles everyone into an alert state of presence. The lights flicker as rain thuds against the roof until suddenly, the whole house plunges into darkness. Appliances groan as they shut down and unsettling silence fills...
by Aric Waddell | May 17, 2024 | Fireplace Facelift
Age is something that affects everything – humans included. Fortunately, we have a whole bunch of products on the market like anti-aging creams, fillers, and hyaluronic acid to minimize some of the effects of growing older. …but our fireplaces don’t! As...
by Aric Waddell | Apr 27, 2024 | Chimney Sweep History
For centuries, the crackling warmth of a fireplace has been a symbol of comfort and home. In fact, the early Romans were the first to make a significant switch from open fire pits in the center of the room to fireplaces that were more effective for heating buildings...
by Aric Waddell | Mar 29, 2024 | Chimney Inspection
Spring has all but sprung. With it comes warm weather’s loving embrace…and the perfect opportunity to address some routine maintenance tasks around the house. Among the most crucial (and yet, frequently overlooked): the annual chimney inspection. Considering a filthy...
by Aric Waddell | Feb 20, 2024 | Ice on Chimney
We can all admit that there’s a picturesque charm to see rooftops dusted with snow and chimneys puffing out smoke like cozy beacons in the cold. However, there’s a lesser-known (and less charming) side to this wintry scene: the ice that can cling to your...
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