Fall is officially here and that means that homeowners will once again begin to use their fireplaces and stoves. At Northeastern Masonry and Chimney, we know that starting that first fire of the year can be exciting, however, there are some safety considerations that...
Does Jack Frost nipping at your nose pose a fire hazard? Not likely. Not unless your nose is made of flint or unless Jack is nipping with a fire starter. To be less far-fetched but staying with the holiday theme, what about chestnuts roasting on an open fire? Can it...
Combustion takes place every time you light a fire in your fireplace; the mechanics of fire are at work in your chimney. It is here where oxygen, heat and fuel will collide and work to push heat inside your home and toxic elements out of it.
Chimneys without liners easily succumb to damages and even fires. Protect your chimney with a liner and ensure safety in the home as well as energy efficiency.
We want you to have peace of mind when it comes to both preventing house fires and surviving them. Here is a primer on some steps you can take to minimize your risk.
