by Robbie Markey | Apr 29, 2015 | Stoves and Fireplaces
Were your heating bills exceptionally higher this past winter? Are you concerned with your older masonry fireplace contributing to pollution? Do you feel your fireplace is steadily losing its efficiency? If you answered “yes” to these questions, it may be time to...
by Robbie Markey | Mar 12, 2015 | Stoves and Fireplaces
For those who have an older masonry fireplace, the downsides of an open fireplace are very familiar. Even though you love the entire experience of sitting by the fire, smelling the wood burn, and hearing the embers crackling, you may have noticed that while you are...
by Robbie Markey | Feb 26, 2015 | Chimney Cap
According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), a damper is a crucial component of every chimney. Necessary for an energy-efficient home, the damper keeps the heat in and the cold air out of your house, which reduces your heating costs. Your damper is...
by Robbie Markey | Nov 28, 2014 | Fireplace Maintenance
In our last post, Mr. Smokestack talked about what NOT to do with your fireplace during the holiday season, and we gave you some tips on fireplace safety during the holidays. In this post, we want to tell you what to do to ensure a beautiful, roaring wood fire during...
