Q: Not long ago you answered a question from a reader about fireplace chimneys. You talked at length about dampers but you did not mention the need for a chimney liner. My house is 1906 vintage, and a ...

Q. We had a chimney cleaning service inspect our chimney and they suggested that we install an insulated flexible aluminum flue liner in our chimney connected directly to our gas water heater vent.

The typical range for chimney cap costs is $75 to $1,000 with a national average of $300. Cost factors for chimney cap installation can include material, size, shape, type, labor, and seasonality.

A word about that antenna: It's not usually part of the job, but you gotta do what you gotta do to get to the chimney and the "crock," which is the ceramic lining that extends the depth of a chimney.

So I’ve been reading alot about scams with chimney businesses. But what should a flue liner cost (installed) for a 3- story brownstone?

IF YOUR home has an existing fireplace or chimney, you might assume it’s ready for use with a modern wood burning stove. But that assumption can lead to serious safety risks, poor heating performance, ...

That new high-efficiency furnace you’re installing might come at a high price: a buildup of carbon monoxide around the water heater or condensation in the chimney. The source of the problem is what ...

Q. We have had a persistent leak in the ceiling by our fireplace. I read in your column that a saddle or a cricket behind the chimney would help this. We had a new saddle installed but have found that ...

Before the snowy season sets in and you're curling up in front of a cozy fire, it is time to think about ways you can prevent chimney fires in your home. Knowing the best safety practices helps reduce ...