fireplace

Avoid Fire Hazards with Proper Cleaning and Maintenance If you own a home with a fireplace, you’re familiar with the joys of cozying up next to a crackling fire. But, if your fireplace isn’t maintained, you and your home could be in trouble. Read on to learn more about serious fire hazards that can occur if you fail to maintain your fireplace, and tips to keep your fireplace clean and safe in your home. CREOSOTE BUILDUP CAN CAUSE HOME FIRES The number one danger your fireplace presents is when creosote builds up in your chimney and causes a fire. Creosote is a tar-like substance that accumulates on the walls of a chimney each time you make a fire. When creosote builds up to about ⅛ inch and comes into contact with temperatures of 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit, it can become the source of fire in your chimney that can then spread to your home. The best way to prevent creosote from becoming a danger to your home is to properly maintain and clean your fireplace. PREVENTATIVE  MAINTENANCE FOR YOUR FIREPLACE Before you begin the process of cleaning and maintaining a fireplace, consider these tips to ensure proper functioning and a safe […]