by Aric Waddell | Nov 20, 2023 | Wood Stove Heating
Sick of dealing with heating prices that continue to go up year after year? Then, you may be interested in exploring cheaper alternatives to gas, oil, and electricity. Most households in the United States use natural gas and electricity for heating, and last winter,...
by Aric Waddell | Oct 28, 2023 | Fireplace Remodel
For most homeowners, the fireplace is the heart of the home. It’s where you’ve spent many cozy nights relaxing by the fire, and it’s the hub where everyone comes together for family events. But what happens when you get tired of looking at the same old fireplace time...
by Aric Waddell | Sep 25, 2023 | Gas Fireplace Repair
Every home appliance experiences some issues over time and a gas fireplace is no different. The good news is, catching issues early and keeping up with regular maintenance will have your fireplace working for decades – ideally without major expense. Of course,...
by Aric Waddell | Aug 24, 2023 | Chimney Cap Installation
When you think of chimney maintenance you likely think of cleaning your fireplace, making sure the chimney is free of creosote, and checking to see if the bricks look okay. Of course, these are all things you should regularly be doing. However, one of the most often...
by Aric Waddell | Jul 26, 2023 | Chimney Maintenance
The season for roaring fires warming your home may not be here quite yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your fireplace. The summer months are a great time to creatively use your space, and they’re also a great time to take steps to ready your system for fall...
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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