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These days, it seems like buying a product is easier than ever. All it takes is a little research online and a click of a button and you can have a product delivered to your front door. This is great for some items, like clothes or books or toys, things that are easy to return if they don’t meet your expectations. But if you’re looking for a bigger item, then online purchasing just doesn’t make sense.
Some items need to be examined and discussed, and you need to find the right place and personnel to get the product to meet your needs. If you’re looking at purchasing a new stove to enhance the heating process in your home, you definitely want to look the product over before making the purchase. If you live in Cincinnati or the surrounding area, the right place to make this purchase is Chimney Care Co.
Helpful Staff
Because our workers love stoves and all things heating, we make sure that we know all there is to know about our products so that we can answer any questions you may have. Our employees work hard to ensure that your purchasing experience is relaxed and enjoyable. No matter what you’re looking to purchase, you can be sure that we’ll help you find just the right thing, and if you’re not sure what the best appliance is, we can help you there, too. By asking a few questions, our knowledgeable staff can help you key in on exactly what you’ll need.
Many Items Available
We sell all types of heating appliances, so whether you’re looking at wood burning, gas, or pellet-burning appliances, you can find it here. We sell major best-selling stoves, like the Lopi Sturbridge Direct Vent Gas Stove or the Hearthstone Bennington Wood Stove. We also offer specials from time to time, so it’s always a good idea to check in frequently to see what those deals might be.
As well as selling these appliances, our expert staff is also trained in the installation process. We are Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) certified and a member of the National Chimney Sweep Guild. Check out our other certifications as well, and you’ll know that you can count on us to make sure that everything is installed according to regulations and that your family will be safe and secure all winter long, enjoying the comforting ambiance of a crackling fire.
And stoves aren’t the only thing we sell. At Chimney Care Co., we also sell any of the items you’ll need to keep your fireplace up and running. If you’re looking for hearth cleaning supplies, this is the place to look. No matter what your chimney needs, we can make sure that those needs are filled. Now is a perfect time to add a heating appliance to your home, before the cooler weather of autumn is here. Give us a call soon or stop by our showroom and let us find you the appliance of your dreams!
Does Your Gas Fireplace Need Service?
As you flip the switch to ignite your gas fireplace this fall, you might be wondering: Does your gas fireplace need to be serviced? Homeowners overwhelmingly favor gas fireplaces, and it’s no wonder why. They provide a warm, glowing fire with ease and convenience. While your gas fireplace may not require the upkeep and care of its wood-burning counterpart, your gas fireplace does need service each year, too.
Why Your Gas Fireplace Needs Service
If it doesn’t produce ash, heavy smoke and creosote like a wood fire, why does a gas fireplace need service? There are two primary reasons; cleanliness and complexity.
Prized for their cleanliness, gas fireplaces still require maintenance. The fireplace itself can gather dust that can interfere with blowers or the pilot light. The ceramic logs inside will break down over time and create their own debris that can clog the working components of the fireplace. The chimney won’t fill up with dangerous creosote, but it will collect soot over time. Soot is corrosive and leads to the breakdown of the chimney pipe if it isn’t cleared away. And, of course, regular cleaning will keep your gas fireplace looking great for years to come!
There are a lot of components of a gas fireplace — from pilot lights to blowers to gaskets — that can break down or malfunction over time. If your gas fireplace isn’t in perfect operating condition, it might not light when you want it to, drive your energy bills up by not working efficiently or even put your family in danger of carbon monoxide poisoning. That’s why your gas fireplace needs an annual inspection to ensure it is in good working order.
What Your Gas Fireplace Service Should Entail
So now that you know y0ur gas fireplace requires annual servicing, what should that service entail? First and foremost, your annual gas fireplace maintenance should be performed by a certified fireplace professional. The service itself includes a thorough cleaning of the chimney, blowers, gas logs and glass doors. There is also a full-system inspection to verify that the chimney is properly venting, damage free and unobstructed. We also check that the valves, gaskets, pilot, and blowers are properly functioning. Finally, we ensure that there are no signs of damage, condensation, improper ventilation or deterioration that could compromise the safe operation of the fireplace or chimney. If any problems are spotted, they should be addressed as soon as possible and before the fireplace is used again.
Now that you know your gas fireplace does require annual servicing, don’t wait to schedule an appointment! A certified professional should examine your gas fireplace before you use it this winter. To make sure your gas fireplace is ready to keep your family warm and cozy all winter long, call the Chimney Care Co. to schedule your gas fireplace service today!