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 ...

Once the cold weather arrives, few joys compare to that of a working fireplace for creating a cosy, ambient setting to stay snug. However, whether you have a roaring open fire or a log-burning stove, ...

In fact, if he goes to sweep a chimney and finds it doesn't need cleaning, he'll only charge for a service call. The job of a chimney sweep tends to be seasonal, with business peaking between August ...

COLORADO SPRINGS — With colder temperatures in Tuesday’s forecast, it's a busy time of year for chimney sweeps. Chimneys are often a part of the house that people don't think about every day, but are ...

A chimney sweep explains the danger of creosote, a form of "frozen oil" from burnt wood that can cause major house fires. This report details the warning signs and the simple steps you need to take to ...