Some folks love the romance of a wood-burning fire. Others may prefer the all-night warmth of a wood stove. But almost everyone can agree they’d prefer their fires to stay safely in the firebox of ...

Maintaining your fireplace routinely is critical for safety. The cleaning process doesn't replace the service provided by a professional chimney sweep, but it is great for regular upkeep. “Dirty ...

We can't wait to light the first fire of the season, crawl under a blanket, and sip some hot cocoa. But hold on a second—when is the last time you had your chimney cleaned? If you haven't had your ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you burn wood routinely in your home, whether in a wood stove or a conventional fireplace, it’s ...

You get down next to your fireplace and crane your neck just enough to see up to the top of your chimney. You see a handful of cracks in the terra cotta clay lining here and there, but the bottom line ...

An curved arrow pointing right. Chimney Monkey is a full-service fireplace and chimney company. Its chimney sweeps inspect, clean, and vacuum out buildup to protect against chimney fires. More from ...