by Jason Toomey | Dec 23, 2024 | Fireplace
Temps have dropped and many parts of New York have turned into a snow globe. Fireplaces serve this season not just as focal points and generators of ambiance, but to bring warmth into a living space – and we’re here to ensure yours is performing as well as... by Jason Toomey | Nov 25, 2024 | Chimney Anatomy
For your fireplace to function, it needs to have a chimney. To the casual observer, the chimney may seem like just a hollow masonry or stainless steel tube. In a sense it is that – but with quite a bit going on inside. The chimney is the vertical structure that... by Jason Toomey | Oct 23, 2024 | Fireplace Insert
Could you be getting more from your fireplace? If your thoughts have wandered to this question as the seasonal shift has you dreaming of cozy fireside evenings, you might not be alone. After all, who doesn’t want to increase comfort and efficiency where it’s possible... by Jason Toomey | Sep 29, 2024 | Wood Stove
There’s something magical about a wood stove. The gentle crackling of logs, the steady warmth radiating through the room – an appliance that has stood the test of time. Yet, despite their charm, wood stoves have been shrouded in myths and misconceptions for decades.... by Jason Toomey | Aug 28, 2024 | Gas Fireplace
The crackling warmth of a wood fire is undeniably cozy, but dealing with stocking logs, cleaning ash, and smoke can dampen the appeal for many homeowners. While the rustic charm of a wood-burning fireplace is undeniable, converting your traditional wood-burning unit... by Jason Toomey | Jul 29, 2024 | Fire Safety
Imagine…it’s finally date night. The kids are away and you can finally spend some quality time together and cook something other than chicken nuggets. As you move about the kitchen, lost in thought, you notice the stove is starting to smoke and catch flame: a grease... by Jason Toomey | Jun 29, 2024 | Mental Health
Dancing, flickering, crackling, glowing, roaring… These are just a few of the words we use to describe flames. The success of the human species has been intricately tied to fire since the beginning of time, but the relationship goes far beyond basic needs and... by Jason Toomey | May 22, 2024 | Gas Fireplace
Gas fireplaces are a popular heating choice here in the Orleans County and Monroe County area. And why wouldn’t they be? They add warmth and ambiance to a home without the hassle involved with building, maintaining, and cleaning up after a wood fire, and they... by Jason Toomey | Apr 26, 2024 | British Thermal Units
Fireplaces have long been viewed as a source of warmth and ambiance…but beyond the beauty of the flickering flames lies a practical question: Is your fireplace actually keeping you warm? It may not come as too big of a surprise, but there is a science behind how... by Jason Toomey | Mar 29, 2024 | Chimney Inspection
Spring has only just sprung, but let’s think ahead a little to when summer fades into fall and cooler nights begin to settle back in… During this time, many of us turn to our trusty fireplaces in order to provide cozy evenings with the ones we love most.... 
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