Vent Free Fireplace Odor
This week I inspected a home with a vent-free fireplace. They’re common in Central Mississippi. After lighting the log set, my nose picked up a distinct odor. It smelled like a mix of burning dust and a kerosene lamp. The seller had three dogs and two cats – all inside/outside pets. If you’re having trouble […]
Air Sealing – Fireblock the Chimney Chase
I’ve inspected countless homes with compromised framing cavities. See what a fire hazard looks like and how to mend it. HINT: It involves climbing in the attic. Know the rules.
Is Your Fireplace Mantel Safe?
Over the years I’ve built hundreds of fireplace mantels. I’m often asked: What is the typical and safest distance between the mantle piece and fireplace? RULE OF THUMBÂ (considering the mantel is wooden) The most common measurement is to place it 12″ above the top of the fireplace system, and for every additional inch that the […]