Are your chimney and fireplace ready for the holidays? From the dazzling holiday lights and ‘The Nutcracker’ Ballet to the ‘Steel City’s’ annual gingerbread competition, the winter holiday season in downtown Pittsburgh is a feast Read more

Are you ready for winter? Even though it’s the fall season, here in “The Steel City,” with evening temps already dipping into the 40s, many Pennsylvanians are already lighting their fireplaces. However, for a fireplace Read more

As fall settles in, Pittsburghers who love spending time outdoors and taking their dogs to the park may notice that pleasant, sunny afternoons are quickly turning into chilly evenings after sunset. It’s typical for this Read more

Did you know that every winter, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire and Alleghany County fire departments respond to dozens of house fires that start in the chimney? In each case, the same preventable cause is Read more

If you are one of the many Pennsylvanians who appreciate the fresh scent and romantic ambiance of a sparkling, crackling natural fire, upgrading to a wood-burning insert will enhance that experience while also improving your Read more

Pennsylvanians love their fireplaces. The snapping and crackling flames and the sweet aroma of maple give your home that warm and cozy feeling. Unfortunately, most of the heat from a traditional fireplace escapes through the Read more

Just when you thought your chimney was out of the woods after a long, snowy winter, here comes summer. Here in Pittsburgh, we’re no strangers to summer storms. The hot, humid weather can lead to Read more

From ancient civilizations to modern construction, brick and mortar are among the most durable materials used in the building of various structures, including chimneys, homes, places of worship, and commercial buildings that have been standing Read more

The weather in western Pennsylvania, known for its wild temperature swings and changing seasons, can be harsh on homeowners, pets, and chimneys. These masonry structures are porous, and the softer mortar that bonds the bricks, Read more

From the moment a chimney is built, it battles the elements. The numbing sub-zero temperatures, heavy snow, and ice define our winters. The often-humid summers and the abundant rainfall we experience year-round are also a Read more