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Maintenance advice, safety tips and product guides from the Doctor Flue technicians.
Fireplace Safety Tips: Things You Should Never Burn in a Fireplace
Your wood-burning fireplace is built for one thing: wood. It’s in the name! However, many use their fireplace as an easy way to get…
What Causes Fireplace Back-Puffing? How Can I Prevent It?
There are few things as relaxing as sitting next to roaring fire. That is, of course, assuming you aren’t startled by a sudden, audible…
Water in Chimneys & Fireplaces: Warning Signs & Prevention
Chimneys are a necessary bridge between your home and the outside. Without it, smoke and vapor from your fireplaces or appliances wouldn’t be able…
Fireplace Safety FAQ: Can I Cook in My Fireplace?
If you’re thinking of innovative ways to spice up your meals, you may be wondering, “can I cook in my fireplace?” The simple answer…
What Is a Chimney Liner and Why Is It Important?
Your chimney plays a vital role in the safe use of your fireplace or wood-burning stove. Many homeowners are surprised to hear that poorly-maintained…
How the Doctor Flue FlueBase & FluePad System Improves Our Service to You
If Doctor Flue has recently serviced your chimney or fireplace, you may have noticed our technicians using a tablet during their visit to document…
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…
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…
What’s Required to Obtain Chimney Sweep Certification?
When it comes to finding the right person to work on your fireplace or chimney, do you know what to look for? Online reviews…
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…
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.…
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…