Build an Efficient Fire
Building a fire is far more involved than the cartoon dream of rubbing two sticks together. To have the best fire possible you need several elements. A fire needs fuel, oxygen, and heat in order to burn. This is called the fire triangle, and is important to remember...
Why Are Unpleasant Odors Coming from My Chimney?
Every summer when the weather gets hot and humid, Mr. Smokestack Chimney Service gets calls from our customers asking us why stinky smells are invading their homes from their chimneys. Several different things could be causing these unpleasant odors, including...
Avoiding the Dangers of Carbon Monoxide
You could be breathing in a poisonous gas without even realizing it. Carbon monoxide is odorless and tasteless, so it can be easy to inhale without your knowledge. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission...