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Here's How To Avoid Chimney Fires this Winter

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In many parts of the United States, fireplaces and chimneys are of more aesthetic value than of any functional value. Sometimes the placement of the fireplace system, while it balances out the living room or another room in appearance, is impractical for heating a home.

So I must admit that one of the main draws to spending Christmas in Canada was the idea of hiding away in a little snow covered cabin. A tiny wooden home all of our own, tucked away in the woods. A crackling fire to sit beside and watch the snow fall outside. I’m sure it […]

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Tips for building the perfect fire in your wood burning fireplace. Get other helpful advice from local chimney sweeps.