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What a devastation. You find yourself caught up in a house fire. Or there is a neighborhood fire that has created a smokey havoc in your home. What is a homeowner to do? There are ways to get soot and ash out of your carpets. We have a plan for you. Read on and learn... Read more

Here in the Tennessee Valley, our chimneys are a familiar sight, a testament to the enduring charm of our neighborhoods. Standing tall above our homes in Winchester and Huntsville, AL, they’ve weathered countless storms. But even the sturdiest chimney can succumb to the relentless assault of time and the elements. One common consequence? A leaky... Read more

Heat-resistant mesh curtains are important accessories for wood-burning fireplaces. It’s good to know how to remove the fireplace mesh curtain for annual cleaning. A fireplace usually makes the loveliest focal point for any room, but the sooty residue must be kept under control. The comparatively small amount of soot to be cleaned from mesh curtains... Read more

It’s all about airflow. Whether you have a fireplace or a pellet stove. If you have the wrong airflow for your chimney your home will fill with smoke. There are many factors to make your chimney work appropriately. The wood you choose must be seasoned. Good hard wood which has been seasoned over time is... Read more

It’s a crisp autumn evening in Lynchburg, TN. As the sweet scent of maple fills your home from the crackling fireplace, there is a knock at the door. A friendly-faced salesperson greets you with an offer for a “free” chimney inspection. While the deal might sound tempting, especially for homeowners with aging chimneys, buyers beware... Read more