by Joshua Cate | Apr 12, 2019 | Chimney Maintenance
Chimney fires are one of the leading causes of home fires every year. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) states that more than 20,000 residential house fires are results of chimney fires yearly. However, most of these house fires are preventable with an...
by Joshua Cate | Mar 29, 2019 | Chimney Maintenance
Do you own multiple heating appliances? If you do, you may think you need a specialist for each heating appliance. However, if you own a gas unit, fireplace, log set, or another appliances, there is a place that you can turn to for all your inspection, cleaning, and...
by Joshua Cate | Mar 14, 2019 | Pre-Fabricated Inserts
A fireplace adds a warm ambiance to your home that can’t be beat. However, the thought of adding a brand new fireplace to your home can seem a little overwhelming. A new fireplace consists of tearing apart walls, masonry construction, and adding a chimney to your...
by Joshua Cate | Feb 26, 2019 | Fireplace Installation
Your fireplace was constructed to withstand extreme conditions, including smoke, corrosive gases, and extreme temperature changes. So, it may come as no surprise that some older fireplaces might start to look worn out after years of use. When an older fireplace starts...
by Joshua Cate | Feb 12, 2019 | Chimney Inspections
Inspections are critical to maintaining the health of your fireplace and chimney system. Chimney inspections help you to assess the overall health of your chimney and also help determine if there are any issues with your chimney that need to be addressed. However, did...
by Joshua Cate | Jan 31, 2019 | Chimney Damper
Have you noticed that your fires aren’t burning as efficiently as last year? Do you have a cold draft coming out of your fireplace when it isn’t in use? Does smoke enter your home when you start a fire? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then your...
by Joshua Cate | Jan 11, 2019 | Chimney Inspections
You’ve probably heard us here at TN Fireplace & Chimney talk about the importance of getting an annual chimney inspection. Annual chimney inspections are important for catching structural and maintenance issues early, before they become a fire hazard. You may...
by Joshua Cate | Dec 27, 2018 | Mantels
Your fireplace serves as the centerpiece of your home’s aesthetic appeal. Whether you are opening presents, taking a family portrait, or visiting with friends and family, a beautifully designed fireplace can add a warm, rustic, or elegant touch. Nevertheless, even the...
by Joshua Cate | Dec 13, 2018 | chimney sweeping
Your chimney gets used a lot during the holidays, and who can blame you. Sitting around the warm glow of a fire, sharing in the fellowship of good friends is kind of what the holiday season is all about. However, when you use your fireplace, it creates byproducts that...
by Joshua Cate | Nov 29, 2018 | Chimney Dampers
There’s nothing better than spending a cold wintry night in front of a nice warm fire. However, if smoke starts pouring into your home after you light your fire, it can ruin your night. A defective damper can cause all sorts of airflow issues in your chimney system....
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