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Spring Cleaning Tips: How to Clean a Fireplace

By Doctor Flue | Published April 23, 2020

Spring means spring cleaning. And while you may be running around the house tidying up or emptying out deep closets, there’s another important part of your house to clean: the fireplace! Many homeowners don’t know how to clean a fireplace or don’t realize how important it is to keep their homes safe. Read on to […]

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FAQ About Fireplace Safety Codes & Installing a Fireplace

By Doctor Flue | Published March 23, 2020

Thinking about installing or upgrading a fireplace? Whether you are planning a fireplace for indoors or outdoors, gas or wood-burning, there are fireplace safety codes that need to be followed. These codes are developed to ensure the safety of your home, property, family and friends throughout the years of fireplace usage. Who Promotes the Standard […]

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How a Dirty Chimney Puts You & Your Home at Risk

By Doctor Flue | Published January 22, 2020

Unless you’re Santa Claus, you probably don’t spend much time looking in chimneys. Even if you did look in your chimney, you wouldn’t really be able recognize all the soot and creosote buildup that has accumulated there. Though we don’t usually see it or give it much thought, chimneys get dirty. You may not be […]

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Winter Chimney Preparations: 5 Tips to Ensure Your Chimney is Ready for Cold Weather

By Doctor Flue | Published October 22, 2019

Each year the fall weather sneaks up and it seems as though one minute it is warm and sunny and the next, there’s frost on the ground. The rapid fluctuation in weather is a good indicator that winter is right around the corner. That means it’s time to prepare your chimney for the long, cold […]

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The Warmer Months Are the Best Time to Clean Your Chimney & Have It Inspected!

By Doctor Flue | Published September 27, 2019

Cold weather ahead means it’s time to ready your fireplace for winter of chilly days and freezing nights. But first things first: you need your annual chimney inspection! Be ready for the cold that comes! Don’t wait until the first snow hits, the best time to clean your chimney is well before the temperatures drop. […]

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4 Issues Commonly Requiring Chimney Repair in Southeast Michigan

By Doctor Flue | Published March 21, 2019

No home can last without diligence towards maintenance. The same goes for your chimney. It helps you to know what to expect with your chimney so you can better understand the importance of regular inspections and cleanings. While every home is unique, there are a few commonplace issues that are the bulk of our chimney […]

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Fix Your Fireplace Draft & Keep Warm During the Winter

By Doctor Flue | Published November 16, 2018

Are drafts from your fireplace giving you the chills? It may be another month until the calendar catches up with the weather but, like it or not, winter temperatures are here.  Let’s face it, the only time getting chills is good is while reading a suspense novel. Otherwise, getting the chills means you’re coming down […]

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

By Doctor Flue | Published September 30, 2018

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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How to Close a Fireplace for Spring & Summer

By Doctor Flue | Published March 13, 2018

When the days get longer and the weather begins to warm, your fireplace will likely see less and less use. The hottest months of spring and summer are on their way, and it’s important that you don’t simply ignore your fireplace without properly closing it. If you’re not sure how to close a fireplace for […]

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How to Avoid Winter Fire Hazards Around Your Chimney & Fireplace

By Doctor Flue | Published January 26, 2018

Sitting comfortably by the fireside on a chilly winter night is as classic an experience as they come. But if you don’t use your fireplace correctly or maintain your chimney, it also introduces a major risk to your health and home. The most common winter fire hazards involving your fireplace are easily avoidable as long […]

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