What sits quietly on top of a chimney yet carries a big job in keeping a home safe, dry, and comfortable? A small metal guard called a chimney cap works harder than it looks. When that little ...

Relaxing by a cozy fire can be the perfect way to spend a winter evening. If you use an indoor fireplace regularly, you’ll have to keep up with routine maintenance to prevent problems. These are some ...

Obstructions from animal nests or fallen debris like leaves and branches are obvious signs that a chimney needs cleaning, but ...

Best time of year to clean a chimney pipe Best tools for brushing down a chimney or wood stove pipe and clean up Yearly maintenance tips, including how to replace fireproof gaskets in and around your ...