We can't wait to light the first fire of the season, crawl under a blanket, and sip some hot cocoa. But hold on a second—when ...

When the weather outside is frightful, you want the fire in your fireplace to be delightful. That means getting the fireplace ready for the season. While a wood-burning fireplace should be cleaned ...

As temperatures drop and fireplaces start getting used again, the Las Vegas Fire Department wants to make sure you are aware of the dangers and why cleaning your chimney before ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Smoke Alert Home Fire Safety reports that regular chimney sweeping prevents fires, carbon monoxide buildup, and improves ...

Chimney maintenance is an overlooked area but an essential part of home safety. You might not notice any physical signs that ...

Q. I used my masonry fireplace as often as possible during winter to cut my utility bills. What should I do to minimize the amount of creosote buildup and what chimney problems should I look for now?

The average chimney cleaning cost is $220. Chimney cleaning costs range from $105 to $330. Chimney cleaning keeps the fireplace or stove drafting properly, plus it's vital for safety since chimney ...

Q. How much does chimney cleaning cost? A. Chimney cleaning costs depend on several factors. What type of chimney do you need a chimney sweep to inspect? Hiring someone to clean a boiler chimney can ...

Which chimney-cleaning log is best? Everyone loves the warm glow of a fireplace in the winter, but if you enjoy wood fires often, you’ll eventually need to clean your chimney. Chimney-cleaning logs ...

Some folks love the romance of a wood-burning fire. Others may prefer the all-night warmth of a wood stove. But almost everyone can agree they’d prefer their fires to stay safely in the firebox of ...