Category Archives: Fireplaces

Lower Your Energy Bill by Heating Your Home with a Fireplace

As winter swings into full force and thermometers dip past the freezing point, your home will need some help to stay warm. Most homeowners turn to their central air to keep things comfortable, but that can come with extreme costs – especially for larger homes. If you want to stay nice and toasty without the […]

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Don’t Let Chimney & Fireplace Mold Harm Your Health & Home!

Every homeowner has heard horror stories about finding mold in a home. While these stories are often true, they tend to suggest that mold is most commonly found in basements and abandoned buildings. Did you know that your chimney and fireplace, when not properly maintained, create a perfect environment for the growth of dangerous molds? […]

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Improve Your Home Décor with Fireplace Accessories

Picking the right fireplace is key, but once you have it installed, you still have room to make your fireplace truly yours. There is a wide variety of options when it comes to fireplace accessories. Every fireplace accessory adds to the décor of your home, but some are also functional and make using your fireplace […]

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Update Your Home with a Fireplace Remodel

Considering a fireplace remodel? You may be wondering if it’s worth the investment to update a fireplace at all. Of course it is! Find out the why and how of fireplace remodels as Doctor Flue shares wisdom from our 30 years on the job and some of our favorite fireplace facelift before and after shots! […]

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Installing Fireplace Inserts: An Easy Way to Switch to Gas

Enjoy the warmth of a fire with the flick of a switch when you convert your wood-burning fireplace by installing a gas fireplace insert. A gas fireplace can provide efficient warmth and ambiance without the additional work associated with wood burning. Installing fireplace inserts is a convenient way to add the modern efficiency of gas […]

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Seal Your Fireplace/Chimney to Prevent Energy Loss & Save Money

  The cozy, wood-burning fireplace in your home could be melting away your family’s budget. It’s estimated that American households lose up to 6 billion dollars a year in wasted energy due to a poorly-sealed chimney. Why Does Heat Loss Occur? While the perfect winter scene is set, the fire draws in the oxygen it […]

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Best Types of Gas Logs for Your Fireplace

  Everybody loves the comfort and warmth of a wood burning fire. But after the flames die down, you’re left with a pile of ashes that eventually need to be removed. Plus, you have to keep up with the storing and stacking of firewood! Gas log appliances offer the beauty of a wood fire but […]

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Do I Need to Clean My Unused Fireplace?

Open any interior design magazine and you’re likely to spot one: The Unused Fireplace – retired, but still looking great with a stylish makeover. Maybe you’re even considering doing it yourself, thinking you may save money because you won’t need an annual chimney inspection and cleaning. Think again. Your fireplace is more than just decoration. […]

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Fireplace Safety Tips for a Warm & Happy Holiday

The holiday season is in full swing, and your fireplace is likely to take center stage in the celebrations and family gatherings. But is it ready for duty? According to the American Red Cross, nearly 47,000 fires occur during the winter holidays, claiming more than 500 lives, causing more than 2,200 injuries, and costing $554 […]

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Hot Tips for Fireplace & Wood Stove Safety

It’s that time of year – the time when we’d love to grab a book and a beverage and cuddle up in front of a cozy fire. A fireplace or wood stove can take the chill out of the air and a few dollars off your heating bill. But what you burn – and how […]

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