by Cliff Slagle | Dec 22, 2017 | Fire Safety
The new year is right around the corner and it’s that time of year for setting goals for the next coming year. One goal that you should always try to achieve is to have another year of safe fireplace use. This is also the perfect time of year to go over the rules of...
by Cliff Slagle | Oct 10, 2017 | Fire Safety
From 2011 through 2013 there were more than 68,000 chimney related fires reported in the United States causing over 60 deaths. For us here at Old Smokey’s, that is unacceptable. That is why we put the safety of our customers and their families first and foremost with...
by Cliff Slagle | Jan 24, 2017 | Fire Safety
Winter brings along Jack or Jacqueline Frost, occasional snow days, and potential fire hazards. For one thing, fire hazards arise in the winter simply because your fireplace and chimney get used a lot. Old Smokey’s Fireplace & Chimney knows a thing or two about...
by Cliff Slagle | Dec 27, 2015 | Fire Safety
As you listen to Nat King Cole croon his venerable and frequently played holiday classic, be sure you roast your chestnuts carefully. Although most people probably do not roast chestnuts over an open fire, some do. How do you roast chestnuts so as to avoid any...
by Cliff Slagle | Sep 8, 2015 | Fire Safety, Fireplaces and Stoves
Ever notice how some folks can’t resist touching a surface even though a sign sends a warning? For these individuals, WET PAINT is almost an invitation to ignore the warning. Although your fireplace or stove likely does not have a HOT SURFACE warning sign, dangers...
by Cheryl Slagle | Dec 9, 2014 | Fire Safety
There are general fire safety precautions everyone should follow, regardless of where you live and what time of year it is. However, during the holiday season, there are additional precautions we all must take to ensure that this festive time remains just that. Taking...
