When the weather turns cold, relaxing by the warmth of the fireplace is the perfect way to spend a cozy evening at home, and regular fireplace maintenance can ensure that it is working safely.

A WETT inspection clause is rare to non-existent in Toronto. The offer I was looking at was prepared by José Arias, an agent with Sutton Group-Bayview Realty Inc. The WETT clause was inserted on the ...

Brick fireplaces may be cozy and charming, but they also blacken easily. Smoke and ash penetrate the brick during every fire and leave behind dark stains. Cleaning brick can be very challenging ...

While cozy evenings in front of the fireplace are certainly irresistible, take the time to make sure it is as safe as it is inviting. A 2022 report from the National Fire Protection Association states ...

I have had several inquiries about furnaces and fireplaces. Since this is the start of the heating season, there are a few safety tips and suggestions for performing your own inspection. 1. If the ...