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Home Contact Us Interesting Links Disclaimer		FireplaceGuide.com » Wood Burning Fireplaces Buying and Caring For a Wood Burning Fireplace Everone is aware of the advantages of having a wood burning fireplace and this is not necessarily for the main reason that comes to mind: heat. There is the notion that a wood burning fireplace comes with the idea of romance and warmth for the soul not to mention the added value to your home if you decide to sell. You go to bed one night with the air conditioning on and wake up in the brisk morning air feeling the need to light up the fireplace. Before you strike the match there are some things you have to do. Probably after last winter you were so excited that spring was here you totally and quickly forgot about your fireplace. Now, like many homeowners, you have to deal with it if you hope to enjoy it on those cold blustery nights with the wind blowing snow against the windows and all you want to do is snuggle down in front of your wood burning fireplace. The best thing to do to get your wood burning fireplace back in shape is call a professional chimney cleaner. Of course the best time to call these people is in the spring or summer, but seeing you have likely missed both of these seasons (because like most of us you've procrastinated) you will have to do it in the fall. Cleaning your chimney is your beat defense against a chimney fire. The best thing to do is set up regular times to have your chimney cleaned with the professionals and then you don't have to worry about remembering. Also remember to check your smoke detectors and your carbon monoxide detector to get ready for the big event of that first wood burning fire. When the professionals arrive make sure you discuss the inspection procedure and there are some things that need to be done each year. This check list can be a bit long and you may be a little apprehensive about the total cost, but when this is stacked against what could happen if it isn't done then the bill won't seem quite as important. If you get this done by a professional on a regular basis, then it will be just a routine cleaning of your wood burning fireplace and will save you money in the long term. So all is done now and you can light that first fire in your wood burning fireplace knowing that you have done all you can to keep you and your family safe. You will enjoy the contentment of the knowledge that everything is looked after. Snuggle down and stare at those flames as they flicker gently against the glass doors and dream of a time that was a little warmer not so long ago. Back to top
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