Before the temperature starts to fall, there are several things you can do to make sure your wood-burning fireplace is safe and efficient. The National Fire Protection Association recommends chimneys ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Stone fireplace with black metal screen - NLM Photo/Shutterstock Fireplaces can transform your home into a cozy escape, but it's ...

Schedule a technician for a wood-burning fireplace before winter. Remove nearby flammable items and add a screen. A gas fireplace needs a pre-winter pro visit, too. The technician cleans the unit and ...

Know what to do (and NOT do) with these expert-backed tips to safely store fireplace ash.

Enjoying a cup of tea by a warm fire sounds like heaven on cold winter nights, but should you turn off your home's central heating while the fireplace is lit? It might seem like a common-sense ...

Experts at a 40-year-old family chimney sweeping business are emphasizing the importance of prioritizing chimney maintenance this winter season. “In the winter," Arlene Winn of San Luis Obispo said, ...

Original fireplaces add undeniable charm and character to older properties. But should you use them as a source of heating, or keep them as a decorative feature? In this post, we’ll explore the pros ...

A fireplace can warm a home quite nicely on a cold night, and bring a bit of added atmosphere to the holiday season. But keep in mind a few safety reminders about what type of materials to burn in ...

HOUSTON — With a hard freeze expected in the Houston area next week, many are going to be doing their best to stay warm. By Monday and Tuesday mornings next week, we could see temperatures in the city ...

When the days shorten and temperature drops, it’s time to start gathering around the fireplace. This cozy enclave becomes the heart of your home during the winter, but getting the most out of your ...

DECLINING NUMBERS. BACK TO YOU, TAHOE THANKS SO MUCH. WELL, TODAY’S CHILLY START AND FROSTY PATCHES MAY HAVE YOU BEING TEMPTED TO GET A FIRE STARTED, BUT BE WARNED TODAY IT IS ILLEGAL TO BURN IN THE ...