National Fire Prevention Week Oct 8-14

In Seattle we have typically mild weather with consistent rainfall year-round, but fall is in the air! It is time to fire up the stove or fireplace, and you don’t want to do that until you’re sure it’s ready to go. October is the first real month...

Fire Safety Tips for Winter

Winter is in full swing now, even in mild Seattle, and you’re likely using your fireplace regularly, if not daily. As members of the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) we strive to educate our customers about fire safety. Since our start in 2008 we have made...
Child-Proofing Your Fireplace

Child-Proofing Your Fireplace

Child-proofing your fireplace is more complicated than adding clips to your cupboards and gates to your stairs. The best way to keep your child safe around your fireplace this winter? Keep them away from it! However, you can only do that when you are with them to...
Fire Safety Tips

Fire Safety Tips

While fireplaces are a beautiful addition to any home, it is important to remember that fire itself can still be dangerous. Because of this, fire safety tips should be followed anytime the fireplace is in use. By following these eight fire safety tips, your family and...
Fire Safety Tips

Fire Safety Tips

Fireplaces and stoves are excellent additions to any home. In addition to keeping you warm, these heating appliances can create a welcoming atmosphere that invites family and friends to sit down, relax, and stay a while. However, it is important for homeowners to...
Fire Safety

Fire Safety

Fireplaces are beautiful additions to any living space. They create warmth, add ambiance, and have a way of bringing people together. However, they can create a safety hazard when not used or maintained correctly. The following five safety tips are just a few of the...