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Home Carbon Monoxide Risks: How to Stay Safe This Fall!

By Doctor Flue | Published August 31, 2020

As fall approaches and hot days begin to run cold, homeowners will be turning to their fireplaces, furnaces and other combustion-based appliances. The convenience offered by these appliances can’t be overstated, but it’s important that you understand the potential carbon monoxide risks of any gas-based or burning appliance in your home. Learn more about carbon […]

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How to Hire a Chimney Sweep and Get the Best Service

By Doctor Flue | Published May 29, 2020

A safe home includes a safe chimney and fireplace. But taking care of a chimney isn’t something most homeowners can do on their own – it takes specialized skills and tools to thoroughly inspect and clean them! But you may not know how to hire a chimney sweep who’s experienced and reputable.  Read on to learn tips for hiring the […]

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5 Wood Stove Safety Tips Every Stove-Owner Should Know

By Doctor Flue | Published July 26, 2019

Wood stoves can add a cozy feel to any home. They can also provide heat during the colder months – often enough to heat entire rooms or sections of your home. This ability to reduce home heating costs is one of the many reasons homeowners consider the addition of a wood stove. Whether your wood […]

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Firewood Safety & Usage Tips Every Homeowner Should Know

By Doctor Flue | Published May 22, 2019

Whether you have a fireplace or wood stove, firewood is essential to your home heating and enjoyment. You may have been building fires for decades or you may have recently installed a wood-burning system. Maybe you are considering installing a fireplace or just purchased a home with a fireplace and are new to the world […]

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When to Clean Your Chimney to Keep Your Home Safe

By Doctor Flue | Published April 23, 2019

The sun is shining, the birds are singing and the daffodils and tulips are in bloom. Spring has finally arrived after a long, cold winter. Your attention turns to the great outdoors. It is time to get out of the house, fire up the grill, maybe even gas up the lawnmower. As quickly as the […]

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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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Don’t Ignore These Common Signs of Chimney Damage!

By Doctor Flue | Published October 27, 2017

Your chimney is an important part of your home and fireplace. If it can’t function correctly, your safety is at risk. Some of the signs of chimney damage may appear to be benign wear-and-tear to the untrained eye. A damaged chimney can lead to moisture problems, chimney fires and even the possibility of carbon monoxide […]

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Doctor Flue Partners with EPA to Promote the Burn Wise Campaign

By Doctor Flue | Published January 13, 2017

As temperatures get colder, many homeowners are starting the first fires of the home heating season. The EPA’s Burn Wise program encourages communities to implement safe burning practices by emphasizing the importance of burning the right wood, the right way, and in the right wood-burning appliance. Working together with Doctor Flue and other partners, the […]

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Do I Need to Clean My Unused Fireplace?

By Doctor Flue | Published December 21, 2016

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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Hot Tips for Fireplace & Wood Stove Safety

By Doctor Flue | Published November 10, 2016

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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