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A ’75 Stingray for Doctor Flue, inc.® Employees

By Doctor Flue | Published August 30, 2013

It’s been a busy month at Doctor Flue Inc.®! A ’75 Corvette Stingray joined the team this Saturday, as a special incentive for sweeps and office staff.  The most deserving worker will get to drive the Stingray for a full week, if they are selected by the team. Doc is leaving it up to our […]

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A HOT New Website for Doctor Flue, inc.®!

By Doctor Flue | Published July 24, 2013

If you read our blog, you’ve discovered our new website design!  We launched our new website on Friday, July 19, 2013.  The new site was custom designed by Artonic, a Michigan online marketing and web design firm located in Tecumseh, Michigan. We worked closely with Artonic to create a beautiful, user-friendly, search engine optimized site.  […]

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Fireplace Ashes

By Doctor Flue | Published February 28, 2013

In Michigan and Ohio, the weather is still chilly enough for a nice, warm fire.  There’s a good chance that you’ve enjoyed a fire recently, during the cold month of February.  Unfortunately, after the fire extinguishes, you’re left with a pile of dirty ash in your fireplace. Dispose of Ashes Properly It’s important for homeowners […]

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How To Hire A Chimney Sweep

By Doctor Flue | Published December 13, 2012

Are you in search of a reliable chimney sweep? If it’s a chimney cleaning or an annual inspection you’re after, prior research into the chimney service company is important. Due to the Chimney Safety Institute of America’s (CSIA) recommendation to hire CSIA Certified Chimney Sweeps®, it encouraged for each homeowner to enforce these qualifications before […]

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Fireplace Safety Tips

By Doctor Flue | Published November 29, 2012

A fireplace brings beauty, warmth, and relaxation to your home, making it a popular feature in many upscale houses.  However, fireplaces require upkeep and regular maintenance to ensure cleanliness and safety. Keep It Clean Do you have a clean chimney?  The number one safety tip is to have your chimney or woodstove annually inspected and […]

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Anatomy of Your Fireplace

By Doctor Flue | Published November 22, 2012

Types of Fireplaces There are two basic types of fireplaces:  masonry and factory-built.  There are hybrid fireplaces, too, but these are the two general types.  It’s important for you, as a homeowner, to know which type of fireplace is installed in your home. If you have questions about fireplace installation, call Doctor Flue, inc. at […]

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The Stack Effect & Your Chimney

By Doctor Flue | Published September 12, 2012

The Stack Effect:  Also called the Chimney Effect.  It refers to the movement of air into and out of buildings, chimneys, etc.  Indoor air density is different from outdoor air density, and this causes either a positive or negative buoyancy force.  It helps with natural ventilation and infiltration. The Stack Effect and Your Chimney:  Drastically […]

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