by Cliff Slagle | May 26, 2015 | Fireplace Maintenance
Energy savings are a hot button topic year round for many homeowners. Surely everyone likes to save money whenever possible…right? Chimney dampers, for many, are just the way to control heating and cooling bills. The main purpose of a damper is to seal the chimney...
by Cliff Slagle | Mar 12, 2015 | Fireplace Maintenance, Fireplaces and Stoves
Whenever you burn a solid fuel (wood, coal or pellets) in your stove, fireplace or insert, you will be left with ashes that need to be removed. These ashes must be removed periodically, as they can affect the performance and durability of your unit. The frequency of...
by Cheryl Slagle | Oct 4, 2012 | Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance
CSIA reminds Homeowners that Preventative Maintenance Can Save Money and Homes Date: 10/3/2011 Category: Press Release October 3, 2011, Plainfield, IN – While many homeowners are struggling to keep up with regular home maintenance expenses this home...
by Cheryl Slagle | Jul 31, 2012 | Fireplace Maintenance
Fireplaces are very beneficial, especially during the winter season. It can provide your home the warmth that is needed for every member of the household. During the winter, the warmth coming from the fireplace can also make your family have some quality time to bond,...
by Cheryl Slagle | Mar 29, 2012 | Fireplace Maintenance
A smoking chimney is a common problem with fireplaces. If the fire is inside your woodstove or fireplace, the smoke should vent outside. If the fireplace in your home is smoking, there are two common reasons this is happening – you have a draft problem in your...
