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Chimney Liners
Have your chimney sweep ensure that your chimney has an appropriate liner. Chimney liners are required in new construction to ... |
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Chimney Safety
Most fires involving either masonry or prefabricated metal chimneys occur because of improper installation, use or ... |
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Cleaning a Fireplace Chimney
If you have a fireplace or wood stove for primary or secondary heat, make sure it is ready for the heating season. |
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Fall Chimney Check
Back to school time means the home heating season is beginning to kick in. Have your chimneys and vents checked before you ... |
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Fireplace Safety
More than one-third of Americans use fireplaces, wood stoves and other fuel-fired appliances as primary heat sources in their ... |
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HDTV Shopping
Compare image quality, size and price. But think high definition, which refers to the clarity and sharpness of the picture on ... |
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Heat Thief
When using a wood-burning fireplace, more heat can be lost up the chimney than is produced by the fire itself. To reduce heat ... |
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Home Theater Seating
Designers recommend placing seats back at least twice the width of your screen, but also a few feet away from the back wall, ... |
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In-Wall Speakers
When installing in-wall speakers, use a drywall saw to cut the hole. A utility knife will make the cleanest cuts in drywall, ... |
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Man Spaces: Create a Room Just for Him
Sometimes a guy just wants a space where he can kick back, relax and not worry about cleaning up. And sometimes he wants a ... |
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Radon Test Device Placement
Radon testing device(s) should be placed in the lowest level of the home suitable for occupancy. This means testing in the ... |
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Today’s Multi-Use Garage: Add More Storage or Create a New Living Space
When extra living or storage space is needed but a major addition is not in the plans, utilize the garage to meet the varied ... |
