Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

There’s nothing cozier than a glowing fireplace on a chilly evening. But over time, that beautiful view can become clouded with soot, haze, and stubborn residue that can dull the flame’s warm glow.

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If you want to maximize its cozy glow, keeping the glass of your fireplace clean and clear is essential—but using the correct method is equally as important. "It’s such an easy spot to overlook," says ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. gabort71 / Getty Images The average chimney cleaning cost is $220. Chimney cleaning costs range from $105 to $330. Chimney ...

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When the mercury drops, sitting in front of a roaring fire is a relaxing and comforting way to spend an evening. If you have a wood burning fireplace in your home, you likely enjoy the experience as ...

Sitting next to a roaring fire is one of those quintessential winter experiences that never loses its charm. The crackling of the flames, the smell of the burning wood, the cat cuddled up next to the ...