The U.S. Fire Administration has these tips for safe operation of a fireplace or wood stove: Have your chimney or wood stove ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Whether you have a gas or wood burning fireplace, you must be sure that it is safe to use before lighting it. The biggest concern when using either type of fireplace is to ...

Last week a reader who had just purchased a 65-year-old home, and who had little experience in building fires in a fireplace, asked several questions related to fires and fireplace safety. We ...

How do I know if my fireplace is safe to use? Whether you have a gas or wood burning fireplace, you must be sure that it is safe to use. Falling debris, water streaks, excessive soot or heat, and ...

Why should homeowners prioritize yearly service for a system that may appear to be working fine? NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, ...

When it comes to cozying up your space during colder months, a gas fireplace offers a convenient and efficient solution. Unlike traditional wood-burning fireplaces that lose significant heat through ...

One of the joys of winter, especially in South Texas where cold days are relatively few, is the opportunity for homeowners to open the chimney flue, load some firewood and enjoy the crackle, sparks ...