A: If you notice a sour smell around your fireplace, it is caused by the buildup of creosote in your chimney, according to the University of Minnesota Extension. Creosote contains phenolic compounds ...

If you don't get your chimney cleaned regularly, you can face all sorts of problems when using your fireplace. The cost ...

As temperatures cool down, you may be thinking of lighting up your fireplace for that cozy fireside feel. But whether you’ve got a gas or wood-burning fireplace, fire sources in the home tend to ...