It’s getting to be that time of year! High school football is underway, and the days are getting shorter. Days are cooler and nights are getting cold! It’s time to crank up the fireplace. Fireplaces ...

Before the temperature starts to fall, there are several things you can do to make sure your wood-burning fireplace is safe and efficient. The National Fire Protection Association recommends chimneys ...

DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- When it's cold outside many of us may resort to using supplemental heat like a space heater to stay warm. Fire departments don't discourage it, however, they emphatically ...

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When using ash, be careful not to put too much into your soil. Because ash is highly alkaline, using high amounts can throw ...

It’s that time of the year when Arizonans are finally turning on their fireplaces. It’s only cool enough to use your fireplace for a few months out of the year, so you’re probably hoping to make the ...

Chimney fires can cause death or severe damage to your home if fireplaces or chimneys are not maintained properly, according to a press release from the Washington state fire marshal, Chad Cross. As ...

While the weather may be warm right now, it's never too early to start preparing for later seasons when it gets a little cooler. Especially if you live in locales that aren't blistering hot all year ...

If you’re building a new home or refurbishing your living space, you might be considering your options in terms of heating. Electric fireplaces have become a popular choice in place of traditional ...