How Often Should You Clean Your Chimney? There isn't one set rule on how often a chimney should be cleaned. But it's still an important part of any fire safety routine. A smoky fire without enough ...

An earlier version of this article incorrectly identified the National Fire Protection Association as the National Fire Protection Agency. The article has been corrected. It’s that time of year when ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Whether you have a gas or wood burning fireplace, you must be sure that it is safe to use before lighting it. The biggest concern when using either type of fireplace is to ...

A couple of weeks back, I responded to a question about dampness near a first-floor fireplace that our reader thought might be related to a recurring leak in the ceiling of the room above. Readers ...

This multiple-part article series will discuss the basics, codes and standards, and the science behind chimneys. It will show how back drafting affects chimney performance, while explaining the ...

Q. We had a chimney cleaning service inspect our chimney and they suggested that we install an insulated flexible aluminum flue liner in our chimney connected directly to our gas water heater vent.

How do I know if my fireplace is safe to use? Whether you have a gas or wood burning fireplace, you must be sure that it is safe to use. Falling debris, water streaks, excessive soot or heat, and ...