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 | Mar 2, 2014 | Fire Safety, Fireplaces
Fireplace safety and maintenance isn’t second nature to most of us. And while most things—including annual inspections and cleanings—should be left to a professional, ash removal is generally the most hands-on a homeowner is required to be with their fireplace or...
by Chuck Roydhouse | Jan 7, 2014 | Chimneys, Fire Safety
It is something none of us like to imagine…waking up to smoke, in the dark – fear racing through our veins. Unfortunately, many homeowners face this horrible situation because of chimney fires. Anyone with a chimney attached to their home needs to understand the...