by Nick Wagner | Jan 3, 2017 | fireplace maintenance
When colder temperatures start moving into the Chicago area, one of the first things you want to do is light a fire in your fireplace. However, every time you try to start a fire, you end up creating a toxic atmosphere of smoke instead of cozy warmth. You may feel...
by Nick Wagner | Dec 19, 2016 | fireplace maintenance
The holiday season is one of the busiest and happiest times of the year. One of the most popular holiday activities is sitting around the fireplace with your family and friends. The fireplace is a great place for catching up with guests and celebrating the holidays,...
by Nick Wagner | Nov 19, 2016 | fireplace maintenance
You decided to upgrade your old masonry fireplace with a new gas fireplace insert or a set of gas logs in order to improve the energy efficiency of your home, and you thought you could save money by installing the insert yourself. However, doing this task yourself...
by Nick Wagner | Nov 9, 2016 | fireplace maintenance
While many love the sensory experience of a wood fire, not everyone loves the chores involved with burning wood. Having to bring in more firewood from outside to keep a fire going can be tiring, especially when the weather gets freezing cold. Knowing how to build an...
by Nick Wagner | Oct 25, 2016 | fireplace maintenance
According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), gas logs are becoming more and more popular because of their convenience and ease of use. Another reason why homeowners are frequently choosing to update their fireplace with a set of gas logs is to increase...
by Nick Wagner | Sep 28, 2015 | fireplace maintenance
To understand how your chimney works, it helps to know how draft affects the flow of exhaust gases out of your chimney. When your chimney is suffering from draft issues, you may see such problems as smoke and toxic gases entering your home and difficulties starting a...
