Some folks love the romance of a wood-burning fire. Others may prefer the all-night warmth of a wood stove. But almost everyone can agree they’d prefer their fires to stay safely in the firebox of ...

From grand Victorian mansions to humble country homes, chimneys have a rich history of keeping homes warm and creating a more comfortable atmosphere. Historically, chimney sweeping has been infamously ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...