Some folks love the romance of a wood-burning fire. Others may prefer the all-night warmth of a wood stove. But almost everyone can agree they’d prefer their fires to stay safely in the firebox of ...

Check the glass doors for cracks or defects, assuring they operate smoothly and are clear of soot. Be sure spark screens move in their track smoothly and are tangle-free. The hearth includes the floor ...

Cooler evenings and the smells of autumn inspire many of us to seek alternative heat sources in the home. One such choice is to build a wood burning fire in the fireplace. But the National Fire ...

Roof leaks plague countless homeowners each year. Talk to experienced roofers, and they’ll tell you the vast majority of leaks happen at flashings. A roof flashing is a transitional material. It ...

(Mass Appeal) – One of the major causes of fires in homes results from poor chimney care. Your chimney might have leaves, sticks, or even animals inside and when the heat hits those things a fire can ...

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS 10)— Fire investigators have determined that Rachael Ray’s house fire in Lake Luzerne began in the chimney. Jamie Wallace owner of Chimney Heroes in Ballston Spa said it is ...

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. - As the days get shorter and the nights get colder, homeowners light their fireplaces -- and call Jeremy Biswell. “We probably get about 50 calls a day this time of year,” ...

Dear Angie: How much does chimney cleaning cost? — Jay B., Santa Maria, Calif. Dear Jay: Chimney cleaning costs depend on several factors. What type of chimney do you need a chimney sweep to inspect?

Fire officials are urging homeowners to make sure their chimneys are clean and pass inspection after a chimney caught fire in Plympton Sunday, Plympton firefighters wrote on Facebook. A family was ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...