Your chimney liner plays such an important role in the functionality of your chimney and fireplace system. In fact, local building codes require that every chimney be lined. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), the liner protects the...
If you want to save money and energy this winter, you should check the condition of your chimney damper. Unfortunately, traditional throat dampers can cause your heating and cooling bills to be higher than normal because they do not provide a tight seal. Since throat...
As we get closer into winter, the temperature will start dropping quickly here in the Charleston area. The last thing you want to happen at this time of the year is for your chimney and fireplace system to not work properly. If you have not had your chimney...
One of your favorite things about your fireplace is decorating its mantel for the holiday season. In order to avoid an accidental fire, you should be responsible when you take on this task. While your fireplace mantel may be the perfect spot to display your...
Although everything may look fine on the outside of your chimney, there could be hidden hazards lurking inside its interior that can make your chimney unsafe to use. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)...
