by Aric Waddell | Jun 26, 2023 | Animals in Chimney
If you find your fireplace cozy and inviting, you might not be surprised to learn that a variety of critters can view your chimney the same way. Birds, such as chimney swifts, or mammals, such as raccoons, bats, and squirrels, can all find their way into chimneys from...
by Aric Waddell | May 24, 2023 | Seasoned Firewood
It’s a matter of well-established fact that the only fuel you should be burning in your wood stove or fireplace is properly seasoned firewood. Not only does this keep your fires burning as cleanly and efficiently as possible, but burning anything else can be actually...
by Aric Waddell | Apr 27, 2023 | Seasoned Firewood
Are all woods created equal? The short answer is no. When it comes to selecting firewood, you’ll want to keep in mind that not all wood burns the same. Different types of wood have distinct properties, as well as different levels of seasoning will yield varying burn...
by Aric Waddell | Mar 27, 2023 | Chimney Scam
If your living space is graced with a fireplace, you know that chimney care is an essential part of your home maintenance. But while some home maintenance needs – like a leaking pipe or malfunctioning water heater – are readily apparent to your average...
by Aric Waddell | Feb 17, 2023 | Smoky Fireplace
Love to enjoy the warm and cozy atmosphere of a crackling fire in your fireplace? It’s an aesthetic that’s hard to beat. That is… unless you experience smoke in your space every time you get a fire going. Not only is this unpleasant and frustrating,...
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