by Grace Morgan | Apr 19, 2024 | Efficiency
Crackling fires, warm nights, and a great place for complete relaxation – it’s no wonder fireplaces hold such a special charm in the cooler months. But that inviting warmth can come at a cost. Did you know chimneys can also be a major source of heat loss in your home?...
by Grace Morgan | Mar 24, 2024 | Chimney Inspection
As winter bids farewell here in the Pittsburgh area and nature awakens with the warmth of spring, it’s time to shift our focus from cozy firesides to essential home maintenance. If the spring cleaning bug has started to rear its head at your home, you know what...
by Grace Morgan | Feb 18, 2024 | Power Outage
Imagine this: It’s mid-winter, darkness has set in, a blizzard is on the way, and you’re headed into the weekend. It sounds like a great night to put on some cozy pajamas, turn on your favorite show, pop some popcorn, and settle in for a quiet few days at home –...
by Grace Morgan | Jan 20, 2024 | Cold Flue
After the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and the start to a new year, one of the only things that makes a cold winter in Charlottesville tolerable is a nice cozy fire. But, when it’s particularly chilly and the snow is piling high outside your windows, you...
by Grace Morgan | Dec 27, 2023 | Chimney Repairs
During the darkest and coldest days of the year, nothing is more comforting than knowing that you are coming home to a fireplace or wood stove ready to supply you with light and warmth. The gentle crackle of burning logs and the soft glow of the dancing flames keep...
by Grace Morgan | Nov 21, 2023 | Chimney Relining
It’s that time of the year again! The cool weather is creeping in and it’s time to light up your fireplace to take the chill out of the air. …but for some reason, your fireplace isn’t working as well as it should. A chimney is an intricate system with a lot of...
by Grace Morgan | Oct 30, 2023 | Fireplace Decorations
Whether you prefer the dark and brooding ghoulish decor of Halloween or you’re more of crisp, clean, and classic Christmas-starts-on-November-first household, one thing is certain: the holiday season is nearly here. And besides the joy of gift giving and spending time...
by Grace Morgan | Sep 26, 2023 | Witches Crook
When you check out your home’s chimney – particularly the area running through the attic – have you ever noticed a peculiar twist or bend that seems almost whimsical in its design? This intriguing feature is known as a “witches crook,”...
by Grace Morgan | Aug 17, 2023 | Wood Stove
When it comes to home heating, there are many excellent options to choose from in order to add supplemental warmth, targeted heating, increased atmosphere, and more. Among the contenders? The trusty and reliable wood stove or wood stove insert. Wood stoves have been...
by Grace Morgan | Jul 31, 2023 | Fireplace Maintenance
Fireplaces bring charm into your home in a big way. But that charm isn’t just for winter! If you want to make the most of what your fireplace has to offer, you may wonder how to use the summer months to your advantage. There is plenty that can be done over the warmer...
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