by Dennis Lamb | Nov 20, 2017 | Fire Safety
The holiday season is often a hectic time of year. Schedules become busy, family comes to town, and finances are tight. During this stressful time it’s important to remember how dangerous the fireplace can be—because the holidays are a favorite time for fireplaces!...
by Dennis Lamb | Dec 5, 2016 | Fire Safety
Winter weather is in full swing in Indianapolis, and the holidays are upon us. Chimneys have been puffing smoke on the horizon for weeks now, and families are using their fireplaces as a backdrop for countless festivities and family photos. During this holiday season,...
by Dennis Lamb | Oct 16, 2015 | Fire Safety
While a wood-burning flame during the fall and winter can be very enjoyable, it also holds a lot of responsibilities. Not knowing and understanding the best practices for burning wood can lead to hazardous situations, including a devastating house fire. As fireplace...
by Dennis Lamb | Sep 25, 2014 | Fire Safety
A popular option to update the look of your fireplace or to convert an old wood-burning fireplace to a more efficient fuel source, gas fireplace inserts and stoves have many benefits and advantages. However, you should never take a chance by attempting to install a...
by Dennis Lamb | Aug 22, 2014 | Fire Safety
The essential ingredient to a successful fire, the right firewood can provide you with convenient, effective, and safe heat all winter long. Many homeowners with a fireplace know very little about choosing and storing firewood correctly. Our customers at The Mad...
by Dennis Lamb | Jun 13, 2014 | Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweeping, Fire Safety
It is important to keep animals out of your chimney for many reasons, but we find that most of our customers don’t truly understand this until they have an animal that lives—or one that has died—inside their chimney. Not only are animals a nuisance in terms of the...
