Maintaining your fireplace routinely is critical for safety. The cleaning process doesn't replace the service provided by a professional chimney sweep, but it is great for regular upkeep. “Dirty ...

When the weather turns cold and wet, our homes are a warm respite—and where we spend so much of our time during the chilliest months of the year. If your house has a fireplace, even better. The ...

Chimney maintenance is an overlooked area but an essential part of home safety. You might not notice any physical signs that ...

We can't wait to light the first fire of the season, crawl under a blanket, and sip some hot cocoa. But hold on a second—when is the last time you had your chimney cleaned? If you haven't had your ...

Don't risk an unsafe wood-burning fireplace! Learn how many fires you can have between cleanings and the tools and techniques ...

If you’ve been keeping warm by the fireside this winter, it’s time to begin thinking about cleaning and maintaining your fireplace and chimney. The National Fire Protection Association recommends an ...

Kitchen Tips: Since Indian cooking requires a lot of spices which generate a lot of smoke, grease and oil can easily get stuck between the chimney filters. Read Time: 2 min Kitchen appliances have ...

This article discusses the importance of regular cleaning for kitchen chimneys to maintain optimal performance. Tips include regular maintenance, switching off and disconnecting, removing filters and ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

A working fireplace adds warmth, ambiance, and style to a home. Often the focal point of a room, a fireplace requires regular cleaning both for appearances and safety. By learning how to clean a ...