Creosote creates a sour, sickly odor. Slow smoldering fires or the use of unseasoned wood can create “cool” smoke and a weak ...

If you’re using a fireplace or a pellet stove, chimney sweeping annually is always recommended to keep all the creosote out because we do get chimney fires and stack fires with those.” Fireplaces and ...

HOUSTON – Just as the holiday season is getting started, a Houston family now has no place to spend the holidays. The Ogar’s lost their home in a fire just two days before Thanksgiving. Flames ...

Checking your fireplace before winter keeps your home safe by preventing hidden problems like blockages or fire hazards. A full winter prep should include cleaning the chimney, testing the draft, and ...

AUSTIN, Texas — With all the cold weather coming in, many people may be lighting fires to stay warm. But before you do, it’s important to make sure your chimney is completely cleared out first.