by Lou Curley | Apr 26, 2016 | Fire Safety
Wood burning fireplaces are an amazing addition to the average home. They’re a lovely way to keep warm during a power outage and turn up the romance when you are enjoying a quiet evening at home. The wood burning fireplace isn’t exactly a safe spot for children...
by Lou Curley | Apr 26, 2016 | Fire Safety
Nearly 15,000 home fires could be avoided per year. That’s the magic number where dryer vent fires are concerned. Many homeowners don’t realize the importance of keeping the dryer vent clean and as free of lint as possible. The CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of...
by Lou Curley | Apr 2, 2016 | Chimney Inspection
While chimneys generally last for many years, they will need a lot of protection during that time. The location of a chimney leaves it exposed to varying weather conditions, which can be tough enough on the structure, but there are other dangers to consider....
by Lou Curley | Mar 24, 2016 | Fire Safety
The issue of safety is always on the minds of people who have fireplaces in their homes. Much is known about the dangers of creosote and its contribution to house fires each year. Your fireplace or wood burning stove can still pose a risk even if you clean the...
by Lou Curley | Mar 24, 2016 | Fire Safety
One of the easiest and best ways to test the safety of a chimney is performing what is called a smoke test. This might be necessary under a variety of conditions. One of the most obvious situations that may require this is dealing with a very old chimney,...
