by Richie Baxley | Aug 16, 2016 | Fireplaces & Flues
On the surface, the chimney seems a simple concept. Smoke rises and goes up the chimney and out the top of the flue. In reality, however, the fairly complex principles of draft are at play in your chimney’s proper functioning. The size of your fireplace opening, the...
by Richie Baxley | Sep 29, 2015 | Fireplaces
In an effort to prepare everyone for the cool days ahead, it is important to know how to properly build a wood fire in a cold fireplace. Starting with an open damper and a clean chimney are only the first steps, but they are two of the most important. From there it’s...
by Richie Baxley | Sep 15, 2015 | Chimneys
Chimney caps are an essential for anyone who wants to keep their chimney and fireplace around for many years to come. There are many reasons why they are necessary, but they can also cause problems if not installed properly. Benefits of Having a Chimney Cap Intruders:...
