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Just before the days of electric heat and central air conditioning, individuals warmed their homes with wood burning fireplaces. There’s some thing about a fireplace and also the smell and sound of crackling wood that brings you to a peaceful state of mind. Even though a wood-burning fireplace is nice, not all people want to deal with having to cut logs, store them and carry them into the living room. Then there’s the agonizing chore of cleaning up all the ashes and soot, as well as the extra price of having the chimney routinely cleaned.

Fireplaces can warm a room and make an inviting atmosphere for your house. However, if not maintained or used property they can produce a threat. Practice excellent fire safety and follow these safety tips to prevent house fires, burns, and other fire related injuries.