We can't wait to light the first fire of the season, crawl under a blanket, and sip some hot cocoa. But hold on a second—when is the last time you had your chimney cleaned? If you haven't had your ...

If you didn’t clean your chimney during spring cleaning, it’s time to now before the temperatures get chilly. If you’re thinking “I cleaned out the ashes in April,” emptying the ashes isn’t enough.

From grand Victorian mansions to humble country homes, chimneys have a rich history of keeping homes warm and creating a more comfortable atmosphere. Historically, chimney sweeping has been infamously ...

Have you noticed spots on your ceiling in the general location of your chimney or a musty mildewy smell in your home? Your ...

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You get down next to your fireplace and crane your neck just enough to see up to the top of your chimney. You see a handful of cracks in the terra cotta clay lining here and there, but the bottom line ...

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - As temperatures drop and the use of fireplaces increases, East Texas chimney sweeps recommend getting and inspection and cleaning ahead of heavy use. According to the Chimney ...

WAYLAND, Mich. — David Miller had his chimney swept in his 124-year-old Wayland farm home, because he didn't want the house to burn down. "So the tinder box doesn’t go up in flames,” homeowner David ...

After using your fireplace all winter, the hot, steamy days of summer can cause your chimney to really stink. Here's how to ...