Pros & Cons of Wood-Burning Fireplaces

by Peter Westbrook | Feb 23, 2023 | Wood-Burning Fireplace

Wood-burning appliances have been a popular way to heat homes for centuries, and in the modern era they continue to be popular for the coziness and aesthetic factors they offer. While there are alternatives available, such as gas and electric systems, many prefer the...

How to Start a Fire in a Cold Chimney

by Peter Westbrook | Jan 23, 2023 | Cold Chimney

Knowing how to start a fire in a fireplace can be challenging enough, but when you’re dealing with a cold chimney, it can be even more difficult. Why? It has a lot to do with airflow. Because your chimney can fill with cold winter air, especially if it’s on an...

How to Safely Scoop Fireplace Ash

by Peter Westbrook | Dec 21, 2022 | Fireplace Ash

Where there’s a wood-burning fire, there will be ash. Ash may seem all-around messy, but it actually offers many advantages – both while it’s in your fireplace and after you remove it. So don’t let the joy of your fire be dampened by the thought of the ash it’s...

Holiday Fireplace Safety Tips

by Peter Westbrook | Nov 28, 2022 | Fireplace Safety

We at Dunrite Chimney know the value a fireplace adds to your home’s ambiance and comfort, which is why we offer a wide range of services from installations, to fireplace facelifts, to providing the maintenance required to keep your system running efficiently and...

Fireplace Update Ideas for Fall

by Peter Westbrook | Oct 23, 2022 | Fireplace Updates

Leaves are changing, there’s a chill in the air, and the days are getting shorter. As the rhythm of the changing seasons reminds us that winter is coming, we are also reminded that it’s time for some important home maintenance. And a great place to start? Your...