by Lou Curley | May 31, 2017 | Fire Safety
Most households couldn’t properly function without the dryer. The laundry room would be nearly empty without this beloved appliance, and everyone would be waiting on their clothes to air dry. What most homeowners don’t think about before it’s too...
by Lou Curley | May 31, 2017 | Fire Safety
When we talk about chimney safety, the most common issues are usually the risk of fires, and the dangers of carbon monoxide. Creosote is not the only cause of chimney fires, as the height of the structure makes it a good target for lightning. Lightning strikes account...
by Lou Curley | May 22, 2017 | Fire Safety
One of the things that everyone looks for in a house is a fireplace. That is great news if you have one, but bad news if it is not the type of fireplace that many people are looking for. Thankfully, there are some renovations that you can do on your fireplace to turn...
by Lou Curley | May 1, 2017 | Fire Safety
One of the scariest things about carbon monoxide also called the silent killer, is that so many modern appliances produce it. Central heating systems, gas cookers, wood stoves, boilers and water heaters can all produce this deadly gas. The risk of carbon...
by Lou Curley | May 1, 2017 | Fire Safety
We realize that you’re not going to have a fire burning inside your fireplace during the hot days of summer, but there are still some dangers that lurk near your hearth. You may not have to worry about your children getting burned, but they can still get hurt...
by Lou Curley | May 1, 2017 | Fire Safety
Whenever anyone talks about fireplace efficiency, the main topic will always be the correct way to light a fire. Many people still think that starting the fire at the bottom makes sense since it will travel upwards and consume the wood at the top of the pile....
