by Cliff Slagle | Jan 14, 2019 | Gas Fireplace
Alternative heating appliances have gained a lot of popularity over the past couple of decades. The reason for this is that many appliances like fireplaces, inserts, and stoves have become a lot easier to operate and are a lot more efficient. Heating appliances also...
by Cliff Slagle | Dec 31, 2018 | HeatShield
A well designed and constructed chimney can withstand the harshest conditions. From the bitter cold of winter, to the inferno of a roaring fire, your chimney should be able to handle wild temperature swings along with anything else that mother nature can throw at it....
by Cliff Slagle | Jul 30, 2018 | Smoky Fireplace
Your fireplace offers you endless hours of enjoyment with its warmth and ambiance. However, if there are smoke entering your home with each fire, this can ruin your fireplace experience. At Old Smokey’s, we want you to enjoy your fireplace as long as possible. If...
by Cliff Slagle | Jul 13, 2018 | Gas Logs
Are you thinking of adding a new fireplace to your home? Do you rarely use your older wood burning fireplace? Wood fireplaces are wonderful, but they do take a lot more work in regards to operation and upkeep. Oftentimes, the inconvenience of chopping wood and...
by Cliff Slagle | Jun 21, 2018 | Chimney Repair
It’s officially summer, so your fireplace and chimney is the last thing on your mind. However, now is exactly the time you should be thinking about masonry inspections and repairs. In just three or four quick months, it will be time to cozy up by your fireplace again....