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It’s Fall! Time for Your Annual Cleaning and Inspection

By Doctor Flue | Published October 21, 2015

Fall is here and with it comes some of our favorite things-fuzzy sweaters, hot apple cider, Halloween, beautiful leaves on the trees, and warm and cozy evenings spent by the fireplace. However, before you light that first fire, you need to have your fireplace professionally cleaned and inspected to ensure your safety during the colder […]

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Chimneys 101: Masonry vs. Pre-Fabricated Fireplaces

By Doctor Flue | Published September 30, 2015

If you’re like most of us, you probably find the experience of sitting around and gazing into a fire mesmerizing, mysterious, and quite pleasurable. People have been enjoying this experience for as long as we’ve had the ability to harness fire. What started off in ancient times as fire pits have undergone quite an evolution. […]

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What’s That Chattering Sound? The Truth about Chimney Swifts

By Doctor Flue | Published September 14, 2015

Have you ever tried to wrangle raccoons out of a chimney? Hopefully you haven’t had to do that, but for professional chimney sweeps it’s not an unusual thing. Raccoons, squirrels, bats, and birds are among the many different types of critters that find their way into your chimney. But, there’s one bird in particular that […]

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Top 5 Reasons You Have a Leaky Chimney

By Doctor Flue | Published August 19, 2015

Leaking chimneys cause a whole host of problems, including rust, rotting, water stains, and, in severe cases, chimney collapse. There are several different factors that play into your leaky chimney. We here at Doctor Flue are experts in identifying the causes of a leaky chimney and repairing the damage. We’ve compiled a list of five […]

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Dos & Dont’s for Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

By Doctor Flue | Published July 27, 2015

According to a study by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, carbon monoxide poisoning is the leading cause of unintentional poisoning illnesses and deaths in the United States. This dangerous gas is also responsible for 15,000 emergency room visits and 500 deaths annually. Fortunately, preventing carbon monoxide poisoning is relatively simple if you follow our convenient […]

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Summertime Fireplace Maintenance Tips

By Doctor Flue | Published July 16, 2015

The summer months bring the sun, outdoor activities, and balmy temperatures. The last thing a homeowner thinks about during hot summer days is their fireplaces, but the decline in regular use makes summer the perfect time of year for fireplace upkeep and improvements. Here at Doctor Flue, we know fireplaces! We’ve got some great tips […]

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Why You Need a Chimney Video Scan

By Doctor Flue | Published June 26, 2015

According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America, there are more than 25,000 chimney fires each year. This is an alarming statistic! There are several factors that contribute to these fires including faulty chimney liners, structural issues, and creosote build-up.  Almost all of these chimney fires can be prevented with an annual chimney inspection using […]

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Help! There’s a Raccoon in the Chimney

By Doctor Flue | Published June 9, 2015

Recently, the Doctor Flue team answered a service call from a homeowner in Birmingham, MI after she started hearing noises coming from her fireplace. Upon inspection, we discovered that noises were the result of not one, but two raccoons, making a home in her fireplace chimney! The raccoons were trying to open the damper to […]

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Protect Your Home: Everything You Need to Know About Chimney Thimbles

By Doctor Flue | Published May 21, 2015

If you’ve ever done a major remodel of a historical home, you might have encountered some strange things; secret passageways, hidden rooms, or a walled-off staircase. One of the most common discoveries that historical homeowners often come across is a chimney thimble port; a circular hole in the wall used to house a thimble. The […]

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Spring Deal: Instant Rebate with the Purchase of a new Valor G4 Series

By Doctor Flue | Published May 5, 2015

Spring is the perfect time to hunt for winter bargains. If you’re a homeowner looking to purchase a new, energy-efficient fireplace, then you’re in luck! Starting May 15, Doctor Flue is offering an instant rebate of up to $300 with the purchase of a new Valor G4 series direct vent gas insert. But, act fast! […]

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