Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
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Content about Hearth Products like fireplaces, stoves and fireplaces inserts along with articles about safety and care of your chimney systems. Burlington WI best hearth store offers top rated fireplaces, heating stoves, and fireplace inserts along with chimney sweep services and solar energy installations.
Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
2y ago
In a word or two, rather poorly. Keep in mind that your chimney’s exterior is likely made from brick or other masonry, held together by mortar. Inside is the flue, commonly made from terra-cotta clay or metal. The damper, to control the draft, is also metal, usually cast iron. Your chimney has been designed to ..read more
Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
2y ago
So you’re building a new home or remodeling your older one, and you’ve toyed with the idea of adding a wood-burning fireplace. You like the old-world charm a free-standing stove and that it can heat your whole space, but have no idea of what you’re looking for. You’re frustrated at the lack of good information ..read more
Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
2y ago
Gas fireplaces are notoriously easier to maintain than traditional fireplaces, but you may be wondering, even though it’s gas, how long can I keep my fireplace running? This question has a few variations depending on what type of gas fireplace you own. Let’s start with that first. Gas Fireplace Inserts These are very popular because ..read more
Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
2y ago
In the world of chimney repair, there are many terms that get thrown around, sometimes interchangeably. It can make things a little confusing for the average homeowner. Chimney rebuilding and chimney repointing are a few of those terms that can leave you scratching your head. It’s quite simple really. A chimney rebuild involves what you ..read more
Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
2y ago
Owning a home can be expensive! Experts estimate that Americans spend $1 per square foot per month on average for home maintenance alone. In other words, if your home is 2,400 square feet, you may pay $2,400 in a year to keep up your home. Many of us try to cut down on our costs ..read more
Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
2y ago
Fall is the season of pumpkin spice lattes, cozy sweaters, and fun trips to local orchards. It is also the time of year when many of us start lighting up our fireplaces or stoves. Before you ignite your gas or wood fireplace, be sure to schedule a chimney inspection. One of these seven common chimney ..read more
Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
2y ago
Have you ever had to call pest control to remove a critter from your chimney? Or been concerned about wet spots in your fireplace? These common chimney-related problems are solved by adding a chimney cap. This smartly designed metal component keeps out moisture, animals, and debris. A chimney cap installation is an inexpensive home improvement ..read more
Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
2y ago
The first snowfall of the season has an undeniably magical feeling, especially when you can watch it fall beside a crackling fire. Unfortunately, Wisconsin’s frosty weather can wreak havoc on your chimney system. Lighting up your fireplace for the holidays could risk the health and safety of your loved ones if there is a hidden ..read more
Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
2y ago
A house fire is reported every 85 seconds in America! That is an alarming statistic from the National Fire Protection Association. However, you can reduce your risk of suffering a chimney fire by making sure that your fireplace and chimney are ready for cold weather. We know a thing or two about fireplaces and chimneys ..read more
Burlington Fireplace & Solar Blog
2y ago
Many chimney fires in Wisconsin are caused by creosote buildup. Creosote is a highly flammable chemical compound that creates build-up on chimney walls when you burn firewood. Thick creosote buildup is tough to remove and a severe fire safety risk. There are many home remedies, and products that people claim can prevent creosote buildup. Unfortunately ..read more