Schedule periodic inspections: For homeowners who use their fireplace regularly, an annual inspection is recommended. If your ...

Make sure your fireplace is prepped and the flue damper is open. Then, start stacking firewood using either the log cabin or ...

Baking soda is a natural abrasive that helps break down tough deposits without scratching delicate surfaces such as metal and ...

Deciding between baffled & filterless chimneys is not something decisive; however, the latter is still considered better. Let ...

It's important to inspect your fireplace every year for damage and clean it out to help prevent fires and other other issues. Here's when you should do it.

Smoke Alert Home Fire Safety reports that regular chimney sweeping prevents fires, carbon monoxide buildup, and improves ...

First of two chimney stacks from an old fossil fuel power plant that have dominated the skyline has been removed, piece by piece.

Local authorities such as councils enforce SCA rules and can issue fines under both the Clean Air Act and the Environment Act. Fixed-penalty notices may be given for offences, and repeat offenders can ...

Brick fireplaces blacken easily from smoke and soot. These are our best tips on cleaning the brick around your fireplace to get it looking like new again.