Expert Chimney & Fireplace Tips

Ultra High-End European Fireplace & Wood Stove Installation

Published October 11, 2012

At Dr. Flue, we have been known for our quality chimney services and for providing excellent fireplace and wood stove installation for 26 years. We know that your home and heating concerns are unique and we have always strived to adapt to the needs of our customers. That is why we are expanding our sales […]

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The Chimney Sweep: A History

Published September 27, 2012

The first chimneys were built around 1200 in Britain, where they replaced an open fire in the middle of the home. Over the next four hundred years, chimneys changed in location, size, and design. Read on to learn more about the history of chimneys and the chimney sweep. The Chimney Sweep in the 17th Century […]

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Chimney Cleaning in Michigan and Ohio

Published September 20, 2012

Winter is coming to Michigan and Ohio very soon. Are you ready? Have you contacted Doctor Flue, inc. about your chimney cleaning needs? If you plan to use your fireplace this winter, it is very important that your chimney is inspected prior to use. If your chimney hasn’t been cleaned or inspected in a while, […]

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The Stack Effect & Your Chimney

Published September 12, 2012

The Stack Effect: Also called the Chimney Effect. It refers to the movement of air into and out of buildings, chimneys, etc. Indoor air density is different from outdoor air density, and this causes either a positive or negative buoyancy force. It helps with natural ventilation and infiltration. The Stack Effect and Your Chimney: Drastically […]

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Houses Need to Breathe – Get Help from Michigan Chimney Sweeps

Published September 6, 2012

Michgan chimney sweeps at Doctor Flue, inc. have been receiving a lot of questions about sick homes and negative air pressure lately. Because of this, we’ve put together a series of blogs on SBS (Sick Building Syndrome) and negative air pressure to help educate our clients. Let us know if you have any questions – […]

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Is Poor Air Quality Making Your Home Sick?

Published August 30, 2012

The average American spends about 90 percent of their time inside, according to the EPA, and the agency says exposure to indoor air pollutants ranks as one of the top environmental risks to public health. Are you living in poor air quality? Learn more about the causes and symptoms and take action for your health! […]

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Doctor Flue Donates to the Living Water Mission

Published July 20, 2012

There is a global water crisis faced by a billion of world’s people: a crisis that claims lives through disease in the world’s most vulnerable countries. Providing clean water to these countries, including Haiti and Kenya, is the key to health for many individuals. Dirty water leads to disease, poverty, limited education, and kills 2.2 […]

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Don’t Get Burned by a Fire! Schedule a Chimney Inspection

Published June 28, 2012

All too often, Dr. Flue is called to help clean up a chimney fire. This is not something we look forward too; chimney fires are messy and expensive, and many times, preventable. Not sure how to get started with prevention? Schedule your chimney inspection! The sad fact is that many homeowners simply do not understand […]

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Top Three Functions of a Chimney Relining in Michigan Homes

Published June 25, 2012

When is the last time the liner on your chimney was inspected? Is your chimney liner in good shape? Regular chimney inspections, including inspecting the chimney liner, can prevent damage and expense later. But if you do need a Chimney Relining in Michigan, Doctor Flue can help! What is a Chimney Liner? A chimney liner is […]

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Dr. Flue: Professional Chimney Cleaning & Inspections

Published June 21, 2012

Ever hired an unreliable or unprofessional chimney sweep? If so, you know that individuals that are not experienced or properly trained when it comes to correctly cleaning a chimney can leave behind a mess and may even do unseen damage in the process. This is why many homeowners in the area have turned to Dr. […]

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