Chimneys & Fireplaces

Gas Grill Safety Tips
Each year thousands of Americans are injured while preparing food on backyard barbecue pits, gas grills and outdoor stoves.
Give Your Fireplace a Makeover with These Updates
See how these homeowners upgraded their fireplaces by refacing or remodeling. Granite, stacked stone and travertine tiles are popular options.
What is Causing the Leak in your Chimney?
One highly rated provider explains the commonly overlooked causes for chimney leaks and how to diagnose them.
4 Tips to Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide poisoning could be leading to flu-like symptoms for you and your family.
Get a Chimney Inspection Now So You Don’t Get Burned Later
Highly rated experts recommend inspections to keep wood burning fireplaces in proper working order.
How to Maximize the Life of Your Chimney and Minimize Repair Costs
By paying yearly attention to your chimney crown to catch issues early, you can save yourself costly chimney repairs and extend the life of your chimney.
How to Safely Use Your Fireplace
Now that the weather is turning cold, many homeowners may be ready to light up their fireplaces.
Chimney Sweeps Share 5 Bizarre Flue Finds
There's nothing better than an evening by the fire, but have you ever wondered what's hiding in your chimney?
Stoking the flames: How to Choose the Right Grill for You
Do you want gas or charcoal? Does size really matter? What type of stainless steel grill is best? Find answers to these questions to choose the right grill.
Charcoal or Gas Grill? What’s the Best Way to Barbecue?
Among outdoor grilling fans, no rivalry burns hotter.
Fire Pit Safety Tips Help Tame Those Flames
Constructing and supervising your fire pit correctly can make it a safe and dramatic feature of your yard.
Can You Use Ventless Gas Logs in a Vented Fireplace?
You should always opt for vented gas logs over ventless gas logs in a vented fireplace
Live in Harmony with Your Gas Fireplace
If you're using a gas fireplace, here's how to maintain it for worry-free use.
A 'Hot' Future for Fireplaces
Want to update your fireplace? Try something new like a hanging fireplace pod or a glass cutout fireplace.
How to Hire a Reputable Chimney Sweep That’ll “Soot” Your Needs
Because they can’t all be Bert from “Mary Poppins”
Does Installing a Fireplace Increase the Value of Your Home?
A fireplace used to make home values hot, but desire is cooling off
7 Chimney Maintenance Tips You Should Know
Use a handful of chimney maintenance tips to ensure your fireplace is always in tip-top shape.
Can You Remove a Fireplace but Not the Chimney?
You can remove a fireplace without removing the chimney, as long as the chimney has proper support
The Pros and Cons of a Ventless Fireplace
Ventless fireplaces have ignited a debate among homeowners who worry about the risk of carbon monoxide exposure
How Do I Go From Wood to Gas in My Fireplace?
Charlotte-area business says homeowners should consider the look, heat, efficiency in deciding to convert to gas logs.