One of the things most people forget about when winter ends is cleaning out the fireplace. It is so easy to slide into spring and neglect to take proper care of the fireplace and chimney. But spring passes, summer arrives, and before anyone knows it, fall is back...
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Wood Burning General Tips & Maintenance
Depending upon the part of the country, some people are already experiencing colder temperatures. As temperatures drop, many homeowners look forward to wrapping themselves up in a blanket and curl up in front of a warm wood fireplace or wood stove with a good book and...
The 4 Main Types of Gas Fireplaces
While wood fireplaces are warm, cozy, and lend an element of luxury to a home, there is nothing quite like being able to push a button and achieve the same effect without having to go out in the cold to bring in wood, place it just right, light it and wait for the...
Selling a Home in Wisconsin with a Fireplace
Homeowners who want to update their home might consider choosing an update that commonly falls into wish lists for future buyers. Rather than simply make a personalized update that has no ROI, homeowners may want to look into updates they can appreciate that will also...
Save Money with Gas Inserts in Minnesota
More and more homeowners are trying to be environmentally friendly. Being green includes everything from selecting the right appliances and using renewable resources such as bamboo when adding flooring or decorating the home. Just like taking the time to research and...
Preventing Heat Loss with Fireplaces in St. Paul Minnesota
The fireplace in a home is one place where energy can escape, which increases a homeowner’s heating and cooling bills. Poorly sealed fireplaces and chimneys allow room for energy to escape and over time, high amounts of heat and/or cool air can be lost. Taking a few...
Best Wood to Burn in a Fireplace for Wisconsin Homeowners
There is nothing that compares to snuggling up in front of a crackling fire at night. Especially when it is cold outside. In fact some people love to sit in front of a fire and enjoy time with friends or curl up with a good book during the summer months too. The type...
Efficient Midwest Homeowner Tips
Many adults today are concerned about the environment and their own personal effect on it. More and more homeowners are realizing that a sustainable home is less expensive in the long run and better for the planet. There are many updates a homeowner can make over time...
History of the Hearth Industry
What is the meaning of a fireplace? To understand this, a person has to go back in time, to the time when human beings first conquered fire. The first encounters may have happened by accident. A surprising lightening strike set the forest ablaze. This may have been...