"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you burn wood routinely in your home, whether in a wood stove or a conventional fireplace, it’s ...

If you didn’t clean your chimney during spring cleaning, it’s time to now before the temperatures get chilly. If you’re thinking “I cleaned out the ashes in April,” emptying the ashes isn’t enough.

Chimney maintenance is an overlooked area but an essential part of home safety. You might not notice any physical signs that ...

While cozy evenings in front of the fireplace are certainly irresistible, take the time to make sure it is as safe as it is inviting. A 2022 report from the National Fire Protection Association states ...