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Can you burn your Christmas tree in the fireplace?

can you burn your christmas tree in the fireplace?

Christmas is over. It’s time to take the decorations down, and now you may be asking what you can do with your REAL Christmas tree now that it is coming down. Can you burn your Christmas tree in the fireplace? Keep reading to find out if this is a good idea. Read more…?

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Fire Safety Tips

One of the biggest responsibilities of owning a fireplace is educating yourself on fire safety. Without proper knowledge of fire safety procedures, a warm night in front of the fire could quickly go wrong. Read more…?

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Fire Safety Education

If you own a fireplace, it is important to be aware of the many precautions involved with handling fires. Keeping one’s home and family safe should be the number one priority in any household and learning how to properly handle any potentially dangerous situation is vital. Fire can easily get out of control and the risk of this occurring increases dramatically when fireplaces are being used improperly. Study up on some of these safety tips to help ensure that you are being as safe as possible throughout this holiday season. Read more…?

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Important Fire Safety Tips for Your Home

Too many people do not think about fire safety until it is too late. Take these preventative measures to keep your home and family safe. Read more…?

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Outdoor Fireplace: an Overview

You better believe we get a lot more requests for outdoor fireplaces this time of year. During the summer, people in Wichita are in full-on entertaining mode and are dreaming of how much more amazing dinner and cocktail parties—or even family dinners under the stars—could be if only they had an outdoor fireplace around which to gather with friends. Read more…?

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Dryer Vent Safety

Lack of information can lead to many dangers. A lot of homeowners are guilty of taking for granted things they THINK don’t bring any harm or don’t need much attention — like how important cleaning your dryer vent is. Information is key. Take a look at some dryer vent safety tips:  Read more…?

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Basics of Ash Removal

Ash.  Dirt.  Dust.  These are things we don’t want messing up the cleanliness of our homes.  However, there is no way of preventing ash from being produced when burning a fire, so you must properly know how to clean it up.  Do you even have to clean them up, or is it included in your annual sweep and inspection?  The questions can become overwhelming, especially if you are an inexperienced chimney user.  To talk to an experienced professional or to schedule a maintenance appointment call Home Safe Hearth and Chimney. Read more…?

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The Science of Combustion

Have you ever given a thought to what is happening inside of your chimney when you have a problem? This overview should answer some of your questions about the processes at work, and explain the science of combustion. Read more…?

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Family Fire Safety

Reality check: we aren’t in control of most of the things in our lives. Sometimes…things just happen. We can take every precaution and still be surprised by the unexpected. But, just because we cannot prevent misfortune, doesn’t mean we shouldn’t do all we can to prevent it. Making sure each member of your family knows what to do in case of a fire, can give you just a little peace of mind. Take the time to practice family fire safety.  Read more…?

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How to Build a Proper Fire

One of my favorite things about the cooler months of the year is spending time next to a warm, cozy fire.  The crackling wood and radiant heat just soothe my innards like nothing else ever has.  Question: What’s more romantic that snuggling up with your significant other in front of a glowing fire? Read more…?

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