by Joe Shear | Nov 24, 2021 | Fire Starting Tips
The cold and blustery days of autumn are upon us and soon it will be time for cozying up around a warm fire with your family. Nothing beats the feeling of warmth and ambiance that a fireplace provides. Starting a fire in your wood burning fireplace may seem simple,...
by Joe Shear | Jan 9, 2018 | annual chimney inspection
This is the time of year for making resolutions to better ourselves. Many people resolve to improve their diet, start a new hobby and to exercise more. However, we here at Northeastern Masonry & Chimney believe that 2018 is a great year to resolve to take better...
by Joe Shear | Mar 10, 2016 | Intelligent Owners of a Fireplace and Chimney
At Northeastern Masonry & Chimney, we are experts. What does “experts” actually mean? In this case, it means our experience has taught us tons of practical information on fireplaces and stoves, their efficiency and safety, their use and care, appliances and...
by Joe Shear | Nov 13, 2014 | Fire Awareness
Over 25,000 chimney fires in the U.S. last year were responsible for over $120 million in property damage. Chimney fires can quickly spread into house fires in a relatively short period of time. No one ever wants to experience a chimney fire, or worse yet a fire in...
by Joe Shear | Jul 8, 2014 | Fire Awareness
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.
