Maintaining your fireplace routinely is critical for safety. The cleaning process doesn't replace the service provided by a professional chimney sweep, but it is great for regular upkeep. “Dirty ...

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.

Cleaning those greasy chimney vents is a big pain. Since they are spiky it becomes even more difficult to scrub them and their odd size makes it practically impossible to clean in the sink. So what do ...

Nothing is cozier than a crackling fire burning in the fireplace on a cold evening. To make sure your fireplace is ready for its winter workout, a local chimney sweep offers some tips. The pro: ...

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 ...

What if we tell you that cleaning them is easy and can be done without the help of the experts? Sounds exciting? Here are three simple and easy methods to get rid of those stubborn greasy stains!