Sunday, February 9, 2020

Masonry chimney repairs should be done in the spring

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By Marge Padgitt Badly spalling bricks on a chimney If there are pieces of bricks or stones lying around the yard or driveway, it ...
Wednesday, January 22, 2020

Maintaining Your Masonry Heater

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By Marge Padgitt Masonry heaters require regular maintenance in order to function properly, and the flue should be swept to avoid chim...

Clogged gas flue can cause illness or death

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On May 17, 2016 Blue Springs, Missouri homeowners Richard and Mary Buckley were told by their heating and cooling contractor that they nee...
Monday, October 29, 2018

Consumer Alert: Unlisted Wood Stoves

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By Marge Padgitt ►CONSUMER ALERT: There is a big difference in quality and longevity when it comes to wood-burning stoves. Some metal ...
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Wednesday, August 29, 2018

Lighting Damaged Chimneys in Storm August 28

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Some of the lightning strikes throughout the greater Kansas City area last night hit chimneys.  A lightning strike caused major dama...
Friday, August 24, 2018

Cut utility bills by using wood-heating appliances

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Cut utility bills by using wood-heating appliances One way to cut utility bills during cold weather is to use a wood-fired heating app...
Thursday, August 9, 2018

How to Avoid a Chimney Fire that Can Lead to a House Fire

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House fire caused by flammable creosote and improper construction Creosote is a flammable substance that must be removed from the flue a...