Is your chimney sending smoke down the wrong way? You are not getting enough draw? There are a number of reasons why your chimney isn't working the way it sh...

Quite a few stove and fireplace installations I attend, do not satisfy the basic requirements for ventilation. But why is it so important to have ventilation...

Sweeping the chimney and performing an annual inspection is the most important part of maintaining your fireplace and chimney. Over time, the chimney can bec...

From http://blog.swedesweep.com/chimney-sweep/diy-chimney-sweep/ Is it a good idea to sweep your own chimney? 5 Reasons to hire a professional 1. Improper ch...

From DIY Network Article Install smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and keep them in working order. Keep combustible materials like carpets, drapes and furnitu...

One of the questions that is invariably asked when a customer upgrades from a gas fired fireplace to a woodstove, is.... Can I use the old gas liner with the...

Do I really need a chimney sweep? Over time all chimneys, and lined flues become clogged with soot. The amount of the clogging will depend o