The Safe Removal of Ashes

Whenever you burn a solid fuel (wood, coal or pellets) in your stove, fireplace or insert, you will be left with ashes that need to be removed sooner or later. These ashes must be removed periodically, as they can affect the performance and durability of your unit....

To Remove or Not To Remove

Homeowners often daydream about the perfect evening in front of the fire, but what about the ashy mess that is left behind when the fire is put out? Do you clean it up, or do you leave it? Is that included in your annual chimney sweep and inspection? Since the basic...