Fireplace dampers, most of them located just above the firebox and called “throat dampers,” are fairly simple components that do Read more
If you’ve been running a fireplace all winter, then spring is a good time to get it cleaned out while Read more
Buying a new fireplace and having it installed can be costly. A fireplace upgrade, however, can solve most or all Read more
As beautiful as traditional masonry fireplaces are, they’re known to be highly inefficient and cost a lot of money to Read more
Flues connected to furnaces, like those connected to fireplaces, are designed to channel heat and combustion gases away from the Read more
Keeping your chimney safe and efficient takes a little work. Fortunately, most of the “heavy lifting” will be done by Read more
Because a chimney crown is at the very top of the chimney, it often gets overlooked. But this is not Read more
You probably already know that owning and using a fireplace is a serious responsibility. What you may not know is Read more
Your goal is safe, efficient performance from your fireplace each winter season. Here are seven steps you can take to Read more
Fireplaces and chimneys are designed to give you heat, comfort and safety. Part of keeping these systems running right is Read more
