Fire Safety
Carbon monoxide, creosote, chimney flue fires, safety tips, gas and wood fireplaces.
Top 12 Chimney Maintenance FAQ
If you own and operate any type of fireplace, you must practice frequent chimney maintenance. Like motor vehicles, both fireplace and appliance utility flues routinely need servicing over their lifespan. While we would all like to avoid the expense and hassle,...
How to Keep Your Chimney Safe
February 2021 was a record-breaking cold season for the midwestern states. With sub-zero temperatures sustained for days and continued rolling blackouts across the country including our Kansas City area. Preparing for the unexpected and learning how to keep your...
Do Home Inspectors Check Fireplaces?
Selling a home or buying one is a big process, to say the least. Arguably one of the most important factors is the home inspection. As much as 80-90% of the details get left OUT of the inspection report, at least when it comes to home chimneys. Leaving people asking:...
How to Build and Start a Fire in Your Fireplace
Welcome to fire starting made easy! We’ll teach you how to build and start a fire in your fireplace using wood. Overview Start with a safe fireplace and chimney with a spark screen and a grate. Gather the three essential fuels to prepare for ignition. Open the...