by Grace Morgan | Aug 31, 2024 | Fires
From buckling your seatbelt to making sure the chicken you’re grilling is fully cooked, we all take little steps to stay safer and better protected every day. And part of safeguarding our own wellness is extending safe practices to our surroundings – and in the... by Grace Morgan | Jul 23, 2024 | Chimney Myths
You may have heard the old saying that ignorance is bliss…but when it comes to home systems, that really isn’t the case. In fact, the opposite is true: knowledge is power. Knowing more about how your system works and its maintenance needs equips you to care for... by Grace Morgan | Jun 26, 2024 | Gas Fireplace
Gas fireplaces are a thing of beauty. Convenient, functional, clean, efficient, and generating instant ambiance, it’s no wonder gas fireplaces and inserts are an immensely popular home heating feature. However, even the best appliances require maintenance – and,... by Grace Morgan | May 31, 2024 | Fireplace Maintenance
When summer weather finally arrives and you get the opportunity to enjoy your favorite outdoor activities like going for a hike at Shenandoah National Park, your chimney will likely be the furthest thing from your mind. However, proper chimney maintenance should be on... 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... 
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