by Aric Waddell | Dec 26, 2024 | Fireplace Myths
Winter is when people use their fireplaces the most, inviting warmth and light into the darkest – and coldest – days. There’s no doubt that fireplaces are well loved this time of year…but just because you’re interacting with them more...
by Aric Waddell | Nov 21, 2024 | Chimney Flue
When you light a fire in your fireplace, you enjoy the warm, crackling blaze. …but you probably don’t often consider that behind the scenes, there’s a lot going on to keep that fire going and pull its harmful byproducts safely away. As a matter of fact, there’s...
by Aric Waddell | Oct 23, 2024 | Fireplace Safety
A trusty, well-maintained fireplace offers so many opportunities for enjoyment. But there are certainly ways a fireplace can be misused – and conditions under which it isn’t safe to use it at all (such as when there’s an unaddressed need for repair or obstructed...
by Aric Waddell | Sep 20, 2024 | Gas Fireplace Conversion
Maybe the clean-burning benefits have you pondering the switch. Perhaps you want to minimize the cleanup involved with maintaining your current heating appliance. Or maybe you don’t have a fireplace at all, but are wondering what would be involved with having a...
by Aric Waddell | Aug 27, 2024 | Fire Safety
When we envision fire, we conjure up images of dancing flames and radiant warmth. It’s a sight that inspires familiar feelings of comfort and joy. However, beneath its mesmerizing surface lies a world of intricate chemistry, physics, and environmental...
by Aric Waddell | Jul 27, 2024 | Wood Stove Heating
As energy prices continue to rise and we all emphasize making greener choices for the environment, wood stoves have experienced an uptick in popularity. There is something undeniably comforting about warming up next to a wood-burning fire, but the benefits of a wood...
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...
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