Chimneys are an important part of many homes because fireplaces play a key role in their heating and cooling strategy. Unfortunately, chimneys can also cause hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage every year and can cause injuries and even… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘chimney fires’
Is Your Firewood Properly Seasoned?
By now, you should know that adequately seasoned firewood burns better. You’re going to have a much easier time lighting that fire if the wood has been nicely dried out. But it’s more important than that. You should think twice… Read More
Never Put These Flammables in Your Fireplace!
No one should ever have to experience a house fire. The good news is that, if you take proper fire safety precautions at home, you can reduce your risk of experiencing a devastating house fire to almost zero. As you… Read More
How Chimney Fires Start
There’s nothing quite like a crackling fire in your fireplace on a cold, snowy winter’s night. If you have a working fireplace, you’re surely the envy of your neighbors at this time of year. Many homes have fireplaces, but if… Read More
Tools Used for Chimney Sweeping
Don’t underestimate the importance of a clean chimney. Chimney fires are one of the leading causes of residential fires across the country. In addition to the threat of fire, neglecting your chimney can result in water damage and even increases… Read More
How to Prevent Chimney Fires
You never want to experience a chimney fire. Thankfully, you don’t have to. A fire that starts in your chimney can spread quickly. At its very worst, a chimney fire could result in the destruction of your entire home, and… Read More
The Hazards of Chimney Fires
Your chimney can be hazardous if not properly maintained. In fact, dirty chimneys can cause fires. As a result, knowing the tell-tale signs of what may cause a chimney fire can ultimately save your home and the lives of everyone… Read More
Two Types of Chimney Fires Exist
All chimney fires are not the same. Professional categorize chimney fires into two classes of fires, based on their core differences. The difference between the two is the way that the fire burns. Today we’ll go into detail about the… Read More
Chimney Caps Keep Animals Away: Here’s How
Chimney caps are the best and first line of defense against animals trying to enter your chimney. Animals such as birds, raccoons, and squirrels see chimneys as a large, hollow tree made for nesting. If your chimney is open, an… Read More
Chimney and Fireplace Safety Tips
It’s vital to take chimney and fireplace safety seriously. A common misconception is that fireplaces and chimneys are parts of the home that can’t be easily damaged and don’t require a lot of maintenance. Because chimneys and fireplaces are a… Read More