- September 1, 2018We’ve posted information about chimney crown repair, chimney swifts, and flue repair in previous entries, but what about the outside…
- March 30, 2018Sometimes when we go out to perform repairs on a gas appliance (logs, insert, or fireplace), we can’t get the…
- March 15, 2018As we discuss on our chimney repair page, an unlined chimney can be very dangerous. Houses built to code since…
- March 14, 2017Every fireplace season, we get calls from homeowners reporting that they can't get their wood fireplace burning right, or that…
- July 9, 2016Whether you're comparing wood or gas appliances, you'll see an efficiency rating listed in the product information. Between uncertain fuel…
- April 30, 2016May is National Barbecue Month, and what better way to kick off the celebrations than an in-depth exploration of charcoal,…
- October 1, 2015Following up on our recent post about how to address concerns about wood stove performance, here's a post about your…
- September 18, 2015Every season, we receive several calls from concerned stove-owners, worried that their stoves are malfunctioning and/or dangerous. The good news…
- March 26, 2015The Hearth, Patio, & Barbecue Expo was great! The HPBA show is an annual opportunity for us to meet with…
- December 17, 2014So you've looked at your options, and are trying to decide on a wood stove. One important choice to make…