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Kevon Binder Recognized as LISD Volunteer of the Year

Congratulations to our very own Kevon Binder for his recognition by the Lenawee Intermediate School District (LISD) as the 2018-2019 LISD Volunteer of the Year! Kevon was recognized at the 2018-2019 LISD Staff Recognition Reception that took place on Friday, June 7, 2019 at the Madison Schools’ Performing Arts Center for his support of the […]

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It’s Chimney Safety Week: September 30 – October 6

This week is Chimney Safety Week! Temperatures are dropping as winter approaches, which means you’re nearing that very first fire of the season. Take this opportunity to consider the importance of chimney and fireplace safety before the chill creeps in! Read this quick guide to make sure you’re ready for winter! Schedule a Chimney Inspection […]

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#DOCTORFLUECARES: We’re Going Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is going pink and so is Doctor Flue, inc.! In support of Breast Cancer Awareness month – and in support of the women, communities, and family and friends touched by this disease – our staff will be adding a touch of pink to our signature blue. Our staff and technicians are donning pink gloves […]

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Find Fun Fall Attractions Near Maumee & Toledo, Ohio!

Fall enthusiasts – your favorite time of the year is here! If you love cider, apples, hayrides, and falling leaves – and maybe a few thrills and chills – then you’ll find plenty of fun fall attractions near Toledo, OH. If you haven’t had a chance to put together your fall-fun itinerary, don’t worry. We’ve […]

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Celebrating Our 30th Year in Serving Your Friends and Family

In October of 1986, a young, entrepreneurial couple decided to venture into the chimney industry.  After answering an ad in “Popular Science” magazine for a chimney sweep start-up kit, Kevon “Doc” Binder obtained information and began his journey into the chimney industry. Armed with nothing but ambition, work ethic and the knowledge gained from manuals, […]

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Christmas Mantel Decorations Done Three Ways

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Time for joy, giving, laughter and happiness with loved ones, and bringing holiday cheer into your home with beautiful Christmas decorations. When it comes time to decorate your home for the holiday, don’t overlook a very important area: your fireplace mantel. Decorating your mantel for Christmas is […]

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Halloween Decoration Ideas for Your Fireplace

It’s the most spooktacular time of year, especially when it comes to decorating. As you hang your spiders, witches, and monsters and carve your jack o lanterns, don’t forget one of the most underused holiday decorating spaces – your fireplace mantel! We’ve got five simple Halloween fireplace decorations style ideas that you can easily use […]

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3 Fun Fireplace Recipes to Make this Winter

If you live in the Midwest, it’s probably quite likely that you spent your summer barbecuing on the grill and roasting marshmallows over a bonfire. There’s just something so fun about cooking over an open flame! It’s too chilly to cook outside now, so why not bring the fun indoors! If you have a wood […]

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Decorate Your Fireplace Mantel for Thanksgiving

Not only is your fireplace a source of happy warmth during the holidays, the mantel is also a great place to display beautiful and festive decorations. If you aren’t sure what to put on your mantel this Thanksgiving, or are looking for some new mantel-decorating tips, here are some great ideas to bring extra cheer […]

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The Chimney Sweep: A History

The first chimneys were built around 1200 in Britain, where they replaced an open fire in the middle of the home.  Over the next four hundred years, chimneys changed in location, size, and design. Read on to learn more about the history of chimneys and the chimney sweep. The Chimney Sweep in the 17th Century […]

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