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Energy Efficiency Fireplace Tips for Winter Heating in Greensboro
Efficiency is a top priority in many areas of our lives, and heating is no exception. Fireplaces provide a range of...
Electric vs. Gas Fireplace: What’s Best for Your Home?
Having options is a good thing. It does, however, demand some research on the part of the consumer. If you’re a...
Do I Need Inspections if I Rarely Use My Fireplace?
Thinking of the home fireplace might conjure images of cozy nights, warm crackling logs, and maybe a cup of cocoa or a...
Can I Convert My Wood Fireplace to Gas?
You can absolutely convert your wood fireplace to gas! In fact, it’s become a popular option for homeowners who love...
What Are the Different Classes of Fires?
We take fire education and safety seriously. That’s why we maintain certifications by both the Chimney Safety...
The History & Evolution of Chimney & Fireplace Design
While a crackling fire may have stirred the human psyche for millennia, the way we’ve captured and harnessed fire in...
Should I Remove My Fireplace Ash?
Imagine: it’s one of those rare nights when everyone is home. The smell of wood smoke wafts through your chimney as...
Why Schedule Chimney Inspection Now (in the Spring)?
Here in the Eastern side of the county, we’re blessed with the beauty of all four seasons...and warmer days are upon...
Fire Up Savings: Optimize Your Fireplace for Maximum Heat & Energy Efficiency
If you’re like most people out here in the Raleigh/Durham, NC area, your fireplace is likely not in the front of your...
Will a Chimney Fire Burn Itself Out?
Chimney fires might seem uncommon, but they actually occur approximately 14,000 times a year in the United States....
Is Your Fireplace Not Giving Enough Heat?
Is your fireplace leaving you out in the cold? A fireplace can be the centerpiece of a cozy home, providing warmth,...
Why Is Smoke From the Fireplace Coming Into the House?
There’s nothing quite like the warm, cozy ambiance of a roaring fire in your fireplace during the cooler months of the...
What Is a BTU (British Thermal Unit)?
The holidays are almost over, but fireplace and wood stove season is still in full swing. You can finally relax now...
Is It Safe To Decorate My Fireplace?
Dressing up your living space for various seasons and holidays can become a cherished tradition, with the fireplace,...
There Are Bats in My Chimney… What Should I Do?
The sun has set, the air is chilled This dark and stormy night You hear a bump and then a squeal It’s giving you a...
Common Gas Fireplace Issues (& Solutions)
Have you ever gone to put something in your refrigerator only to discover that it isn’t working? Maybe you’ve gone to...
Different Types of Chimney Caps
When thinking about your chimney, what may first come to mind is that brick and mortar stack on the roof of your...
Different Types of Chimney Caps
When thinking about your chimney, what may first come to mind is that brick and mortar stack on the roof of your...
Outdoor Fireplace FAQs
The warmer weather and longer days of summer get us outside and enjoying our patios and landscaping. And outdoor...
Outdoor Fireplace FAQs
The warmer weather and longer days of summer get us outside and enjoying our patios and landscaping. And outdoor...
Are Chimney Sweeps Lucky?
The belief that various things like horseshoes and four-leafed clovers bring good luck extends throughout history and...
We Find & Resolve Chimney Leaks
On any given day in America, 14,000 people are affected by water damage emergencies in their home. While there are...
Save Money With the Renewable Energy Tax Credit
Do you like the idea of using energy efficient solutions to warm your home? Are you warm to the idea of fostering a...
Do Creosote Sweeping Logs Work?
There are a number of products on the market designed to help you stay on top of chimney care and cleaning these days....
How to Start a Fire in a Cold Chimney
This part of winter can seem to drag on, but punctuating it with cheerful fires in your fireplace adds warmth and...
Can I Burn My Christmas Tree in My Fireplace?
The short and quick answer? No - burning your Christmas tree can invite lots of dangers. Clearing out the Christmas...
Gas vs. Wood: Which Is Right for You?
If you’re wanting to add the warmth and beauty of a new heating appliance to your home, you’ll find there’s never been...
Why Is My Chimney Leaking?
If we’ve said it once we’ve said it a thousand times, water is the enemy of chimneys. Water is to your chimney what...
Fireplaces, Stoves & Inserts: What’s the Difference?
Do you know the difference between a fireplace, a stove, and an insert? If not, don’t worry - you’re not alone. A lot...