by Marisa Bell | Creosote, Fireplace Maintenance
Gas fireplaces are popular for many reasons including beauty, ease of use, EPA-standard efficiency and great heating performance. To operate your gas fireplace safely, there are a few things you need to do on a regular basis. Here are some simple maintenance tips to...
by Marisa Bell | Chimney Inspection, Chimney Sweep, Creosote
If you use a wood-burning fireplace, beautiful fires should be expected every time you fire up. So should the production of creosote. You can’t burn wood without creating at least some of this flammable smoke byproduct, but you can keep creosote buildup inside your...
by Marisa Bell | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repairs, Chimney Sweep, Creosote
The chimney cap is one of the most vital parts of a chimney. Its primary purpose is to protect the masonry chimney crown & open flue. There are two kinds of chimney caps. Many fireplaces, especially in older homes, have an open style chimney cap that was made from...
by Marisa Bell | Chimney Inspection, Chimney Sweep, Creosote
A wood-burning fireplace is a primary and supplemental source of home heating for millions of homeowners across the country. Its comforting warmth makes a home feel cozy inside when it is blistery cold outside. But as beautiful as the flames are to see, there is...
by Jeremy Biswell | Chimney Maintenance, Creosote
If you have a fireplace, you probably hear a lot about creosote tied to your home maintenance. You know that keeping your chimney creosote free is key to keeping your home safe and preventing a chimney fire. But what exactly is creosote? How does it form and what does...
