From grand Victorian mansions to humble country homes, chimneys have a rich history of keeping homes warm and creating a more comfortable atmosphere. Historically, chimney sweeping has been infamously ...

Dirty chimneys are simply a fact of life if you have a fireplace or a woodstove. As wood burns, a byproduct of the combustion process is smoke, which contains both soot and creosote. Soot is particles ...

If you didn’t clean your chimney during spring cleaning, it’s time to now before the temperatures get chilly. If you’re thinking “I cleaned out the ashes in April,” emptying the ashes isn’t enough.

If you burn wood routinely in your home, whether in a wood stove or a conventional fireplace, it’s critical to perform routine cleanings and maintenance in order to ensure a cozy and safe hearth. What ...

While cozy evenings in front of the fireplace are certainly irresistible, take the time to make sure it is as safe as it is inviting. A 2022 report from the National Fire Protection Association states ...