An earlier version of this article incorrectly identified the National Fire Protection Association as the National Fire Protection Agency. The article has been corrected. It’s that time of year when ...

Rising energy costs means that most of us will be paying more to heat our homes this winter. And unfortunately, that’s only one of many price increases we’ve seen over the last year or so. This makes ...

AUSTIN, Texas — With all the cold weather coming in, many people may be lighting fires to stay warm. But before you do, it’s important to make sure your chimney is completely cleared out first.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — If you’re enjoying your fireplace as West Michigan sits in a deep freeze, firefighters have a reminder: Make sure your fireplace and chimney have been inspected and ...

It’s getting to be that time of year! High school football is underway, and the days are getting shorter. Days are cooler and ...

Experts at a 40-year-old family chimney sweeping business are emphasizing the importance of prioritizing chimney maintenance this winter season. “In the winter," Arlene Winn of San Luis Obispo said, ...

YEAH, LAURIE, THERE ARE A LOT OF THINGS THAT COME TO MIND WHEN THE TEMPERATURES START TO DROP. WE START TO LAYER UP. WE PUT THE AIR IN THE TIRES, WE BRING THE PLANTS INDOORS. BUT THERE’S ONE THING ...

With all of us firmly in the grip of another New England winter, everyone’s thoughts turn to skiing, skating, snowshoeing, etc., and staying warm. For those of you who are lucky enough to have a wood- ...