Sitting next to a roaring fire is one of those quintessential winter experiences that never loses its charm. The crackling of the flames, the smell of the burning wood, the cat cuddled up next to the ...

Why should homeowners prioritize yearly service for a system that may appear to be working fine? NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's almost snow season again and many new homeowners are rushing to make sure their homes are ready for cold. If you live in an area where ...

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - If you have a fireplace, it's probably been working overtime lately. But, if your fireplace and chimney haven't been inspected recently, it can be an accident waiting to happen - ...

On the heels of winter’s cold weather, it’s important for homeowners to take a critical look at their fireplaces to assess whether any damage was sustained from the season’s usage. Cracks in the ...

Fireplaces are more than a source of heat – they create a warm and cosy ambience that cannot be achieved with even the most high-tech air-conditioner or heater. It’s important though, to keep in mind ...

As March 19 —the first day of spring — approaches, chimney sweep companies are preparing for an increase in service requests. “Spring and summer is probably the best time to (service your chimney)," ...

Q: This is a pretty busy time now for you from August through the burning season. Is that traditionally the time you're busiest? A: Traditionally yes, that's when people are getting ready. They want ...

Whether you prefer the crackling and popping of a wood-burning fireplace or turning on a gasfireplace with a flick of a switch, a warm, toasty fireplace can increase the appeal of any home.And there ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...