by Chuck Roydhouse | Dec 28, 2015 | Fire Safety
Your fireplace adds warmth and comfort to your home and helps to lower your heating bills during the cold winter months. However, your fireplace also can pose a danger to your home and your family — Fireplaces and chimneys are responsible for 42 percent of all home...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Nov 27, 2015 | Fire Safety
There are some things that should never be used in your fireplace. Here 8 things you should always avoid adding.
by Chuck Roydhouse | Oct 15, 2015 | Fire Safety
It’s scary to think of any fire happening in your home under your watch. Chimney fires are especially dangerous because they can happen without you even knowing but they are very preventable! It’s as easy as getting your chimney and fireplace inspected and cleaned...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Feb 14, 2015 | Fire Safety
Whenever you burn any type of solid fuel (wood, coal or pellets), you will inevitably be left with ashes that need to be removed and disposed of. These ashes must be removed periodically so as to prevent them from affecting the overall performance and durability of...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Nov 29, 2014 | Fire Safety
The holiday season is now firmly upon us. The holidays are traditionally a festive and eventful time of year. This is a time for celebration, which also means more cooking, home decorating, entertaining, and an increased risk of fire and accidents. According to the...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Jun 25, 2014 | Fire Safety
Fire pits and outdoor fireplaces have become increasingly popular in recent years—they’re the #1 requested backyard design feature according to the American Society of Landscape Architects—and the trend shows no signs of losing steam. The warmth and joy that radiates...