by Kevin Russell | fire safety
Fire Prevention Week is one of our favorite times of year, because it allows us the opportunity to share with the community fire safety. Situated each year in the fall around the time of the Great Chicago Fire, this week helps us to educate communities nationwide...
by Kevin Russell | fire safety
Even if you have a beautiful fireplace and well-constructed and safe chimney system, it won’t matter if you can’t light a decent fire. Whether your fire is for ambiance and relaxation or to heat your home, you need to know how to light it–otherwise you’ll be...
by Kevin Russell | fire safety
Nothing warms your home up on a cold wintry day quite like a roaring fire. No matter how experienced with burning you are, having a fireplace comes with certain safety risks. However, many safety risks associated with fireplaces can be greatly reduced by using a...
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Information, creosote, csia certified chimney sweep, fire safety
Fireplaces are one of the most sought after features in real estate, and more than 30% of homes in the United States use fireplaces, stoves, or other heating appliances. While they add warmth and ambiance to our homes, fireplaces can also come with a serious safety...
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance, fire safety, Masonry Damage
When it comes to chimney maintenance, most homeowners understand the important of things like chimney sweepings and inspections. Likewise, it is usually obvious – and sometimes painfully so – when exterior or interior fireplace and chimney masonry needs to be...
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Information, chimney inspection, fire safety, hire a professional
A fireplace is a beautiful addition to any home that can add both ambiance and value. More and more homeowners are choosing to install factory built fireplaces as a way to get the benefits of a masonry fireplace without many of the building costs. If you live in a...
