A gas fireplace should provide comfortable heat with a simple, controlled start. If you are learning how to light a gas fireplace, the most important step is not finding the

A chimney can look solid from the ground while water is steadily working its way through the crown, flashing, mortar joints, or flue. In northeastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania, freeze-thaw

A light dusting of soot near a wood-burning fireplace can be normal after use. Thick black deposits on the firebox, glass doors, damper, or surrounding masonry are different. If you

A missing or damaged chimney cap can create problems that start at the top of the chimney but show up throughout the house. Chimney caps are a relatively small part

A fireplace that sends smoke into the room, burns poorly, or gives off a persistent odor may have a chimney height draft problem. The chimney is not simply an exhaust