Fire Safety Archives - Chimney Care Company

National Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 4 through 8!

by Clark DeYoung | Oct 10, 2017 | Fire Safety

Did you know that as CSIA-certified chimney sweeps, we at the Chimney Care Co. are charged with educating our customers about fireplace safety? We take that charge seriously, that’s why we’re taking the time to honor National Fire Prevention Week, which runs Oct. 4...

Reduce Fireplace Hazards This Winter

by Clark DeYoung | Jan 20, 2017 | Fire Safety

Your fireplace helps you to keep your home warm and cozy all winter long. But the knowledge that fireplaces also can be a fire hazard can leave you feeling anything but cozy. You can implement fireplace safety tips to reduce fireplace hazards and enjoy your fireplace...

The dangers of carbon monoxide

by Clark DeYoung | Jan 23, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety

During the cold winter months, your primary concern likely is keeping your home and family warm. But the same appliances that keep your home cozy can pose a danger to you and your family: carbon monoxide. More than 200 people die in the United States each year from...

Proper Wood Stove Ember and Ash Removal

by Clark DeYoung | Dec 9, 2014 | Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance

Whenever you burn a solid fuel (wood, coal or pellets) in your stove, fireplace or insert, you will be left with ashes that need to be removed. These ashes must be removed periodically, as they can affect the performance and durability of your unit. The frequency of...

All About Carbon Monoxide

by Clark DeYoung | Jun 27, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Fire Safety, Fireplace Maintenance

More and more each day we hear reports in the news about people dying from carbon monoxide poisoning. Of course these tragedies occur less frequently during the summer months but are all too common during the winter, especially when people first fire up their stoves...

Dryer Vent Safety

by Clark DeYoung | Jun 13, 2014 | Dryer Vent Maintenance, Fire Safety

In case you didn’t know, a major cause of house fires originates from dryer vents. That is why it is imperative that you have your dryer vents cleaned by professionals.