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Fireplace Safety: How to Build Safe & Beautiful Fires
While a fireplace technically is a place to burn fires, not all types of fires and burning strategies result in the safe and beautiful fires you want. Here are some tips on how to use your fireplace in a way that’s safe for your home and everyone in it. Burn dry wood Burning dry (rather Read more
What if Your Chimney Needs Repairs in the Winter?
Repairing chimneys during our brutal Massachusetts winters can be challenging, but it’s not impossible. Experienced chimney service providers know that a chimney with serious brick damage or chimney water leaks needs to be fixed, no matter what time of year. A reputable chimney company will have ways to deal with the weather and get your Read more
It’s A New Year Its Time For A New Fireplace
Make Plans Now for Next Year’s Spring Fireplace Renovation Most people do not give any thought to renovating their fireplace until they are getting ready to use it for the winter. However, winter is really not the best time of year to make changes to the fireplace. It is, however, a great time to start Read more
Converting My Wood-Burning Fireplace To A Gas Log Fireplace
What is Involved When the weather turns cold, many people start thinking about converting their wood-burning fireplaces to gas logs. There is no denying that pushing a button or flipping a switch is certainly easier than bringing in logs and building a fire. However, it is important to have all of the information about the Read more
What Do I Need To Know About My Chimney System?
Masonry chimneys are probably one of the most overlooked parts of our homes and rarely are they built according to the local building codes. We offer this blog to provide you with some quick guidance on what to look for when assessing the condition of your home’s chimney. The purpose is not to make experts Read more