July 3, 2018

Our “What to Expect” series explores some of the factors to consider when you’re purchasing a new wood or gas…

March 15, 2018

As we discuss on our chimney repair page, an unlined chimney can be very dangerous. Houses built to code since…

October 1, 2015

Following up on our recent post about how to address concerns about wood stove performance, here's a post about your…

September 18, 2015

Every season, we receive several calls from concerned stove-owners, worried that their stoves are malfunctioning and/or dangerous. The good news…

July 7, 2015

Ed. note: It's that time of year, so here's our grill safety and maintenance post once again. Summertime, and the…

March 26, 2015

The Hearth, Patio, & Barbecue Expo was great! The HPBA show is an annual opportunity for us to meet with…

June 4, 2014

Chimneys degrade from the top down, as the crown at the top of the chimney is gradually eroded by the…

January 7, 2014

Hearth and chimney fires are a serious matter, and can cause hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars in property damage.…