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Feb 04
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Revamping Your Prefabricated Fireplace: A Guide for Arlington VA Homeowners

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Schedule Appointment Revamping Your Prefabricated Fireplace: A Guide for Arlington VA Homeowners As an Arlington, VA homeowner, you may regularly enjoy the comforting warmth of your prefabricated fireplace. However, over time, the fireplace can begin to show signs of wear and tear, making it less efficient and potentially even hazardous. If this sounds familiar, it may be time to consider revamping your prefabricated fireplace. In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of updating your fireplace, ensuring it remains a safe and cozy centerpiece in your home. Understanding Prefabricated Fireplaces Before we delve into the revamping process, it’s worth…

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Feb 04
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Ensuring Fireplace Safety in Arlington VA: The Crucial Role of Certified Chimney Sweeps

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Schedule Appointment Ensuring Fireplace Safety in Arlington VA: The Crucial Role of Certified Chimney Sweeps Fireplaces are a beloved feature in many homes in Arlington, Virginia. They add warmth during the cold winter months, provide a cozy environment for gatherings, and can also increase the value of a property. However, fireplaces require regular maintenance and cleaning to ensure they function safely and efficiently. This is where the crucial role of certified chimney sweeps comes into play – professionals like those at A&T Chimney Sweeps fireplace cleaning and repair service in Arlington VA. The Importance of Fireplace Safety Every year, thousands…

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Feb 04
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Revamping Your Arlington Fireplace: A Modern Home Guide

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Schedule Appointment Revamping Your Arlington Fireplace: A Modern Home Guide The fireplace has been a centerpiece of American homes for centuries. It is a place of warmth, comfort, and togetherness. However, with time, fireplaces can lose their visual appeal and operational efficiency. This article aims to guide you on how to revamp your Arlington fireplace, giving it a modern, sleek, and efficient makeover. Let’s delve into the process, from analyzing the current state of your fireplace to the final touches that will transform it into a modern centerpiece. A refurbished fireplace can significantly enhance the aesthetic appeal of your home…

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Feb 04
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Eliminating Fireplace Odors in Arlington VA: Your Ultimate Guide

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Schedule Appointment Eliminating Fireplace Odors in Arlington, VA: Your Ultimate Guide Nothing beats the cozy ambiance brought by a burning fireplace during the cold winter months. But, what happens when your beloved hearth starts to emit unpleasant odors? As a homeowner in Arlington, VA, you might be familiar with this problem. Luckily, this ultimate guide will help you understand and eliminate fireplace odors. Fireplaces are a common feature in many Arlington homes, providing warmth and aesthetic appeal. However, they can also be a source of unpleasant odors if not properly maintained. These unpleasant odors can permeate your entire home, making…

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Jan 20
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Why Does My Fireplace Still Smell?

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Why Does My Fireplace Still Smell? By: Tim McGirl Avoiding Smoky Chimney Smells Wood burning fireplaces can leave your house with smoky smells even a few days after burning. You might have shut the glass doors on your fireplace immediately after using the fireplace but the chimney odors still remain lingering in your living room. If the smoky chimney smells persist despite removing the old ashes from the fireplace, there might be a couple of reasons of what could be causing the problem.   Creosote Buildup Over time, burning wood in the fireplaces can result in the buildup of creosote…

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Dec 17
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Why Use a Wood Stove to Heat Your Home?

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Fuel cost are on the rise, and wood remains one of the cheapest fuels available. With the increased efficiency in today’s wood stove, they remain one of the most cost-effective heating methods available. The normal unit for determining heating cost is cost per million BTU (British Thermal Unit). Determining exact costs for wood are difficult due to varying costs of wood, variations in type of wood used, and variations in the size or density of a cord (3.62 m^3 of dried wood). However, the general consensus is the wood heat costs about $5-9 per million BTU. Compare this to the average cost of electrical heating, which is $13-15 per million BTU or natural gas at $11-13, and you can see the savings.

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