How Often Should You Clean Your Fireplace?
Having a fireplace adds warmth and ambiance to any space in your home. While the main goal of a fireplace is to heat a home; however, they often do much more than that. If you want to continue using and enjoying your fireplace for years to come, ensuring you invest in regular fireplace maintenance is […]
9 Fireplace Decoration Tips for the Holiday Season
Stores have begun to push their holiday decorations earlier and earlier. Sometimes the best deals even happen before Thanksgiving Day. Many are attempting to have their decorations purchased, but aren’t sure what the trends and styles are for this winter season. No one wants their home decor to look outdated! Well, look no further. We […]
The Ultimate Fireplace Cleaning Guide Before Winter Hits
Gas fireplaces have been around since the 19th century with the earliest commercial model marketed and sold in the mid-1850s. Before, fireplaces were powered by wood. Later in 1912, electric fireplaces started being used as set props but not all of them created fires of their own. All fireplace options are still used to this day. […]
9 Ways to Get Rid of Fireplace Smell
A warm fire in your living room or den adds ambiance to the space. However, the lingering smell of ashes and soot does not. Sometimes, the fireplace smell intensifies if the flue is dirty or moisture gets in. There’s no question that this unpleasant, smoky odor is most common on rainy days and humid months. […]
Why Does My Gas Fireplace Smell?
Does your gas fireplace smell? Are you wondering what is causing this strange and unpleasant odor? If so, you aren’t alone. While some odors are normal, others are not only annoying but potentially dangerous. For example, the smell of rotten eggs indicates a potential gas leak. A gas smell also means the potential of an […]
My Electric Fireplace Blower Fan Isn’t Working. What Do I Do?
Fall is finally upon us, which is great news for most of us. 33% of Americans call fall their favorite season, with the changing of the leaves, the introduction of sweater weather, and of course, sitting by a cozy fireplace. However, some of us run into problems with our fireplaces from time to time, and […]
What to Do When Your Gas Fireplace Wall Switch Isn’t Working
Get fired up and ready to go! Installing a fireplace in your home can boost your home’s value by up to $12,000. A fireplace can be a great resource to keep your house warm and entertain your friends. However, you cannot just install a fireplace and let it sit there. A broken fireplace will not […]
Pet Safety Essentials: Keeping Your Pet Safe Around the Fireplace
Pets and fireplaces can be a dangerous combination. But with the right pet safety tips, you can keep them happy and healthy. Learn more here.
8 Essential Fireplace Safety Tips for Those With Young Kids
We take fire safety very seriously at Dreifuss Fireplaces. If you have little ones, we’ve put together a list of the essential fireplace safety tips for kids and we would be happy to address any questions you may have. Let’s all have great memories from those times we gathered around the fireplace! One way to […]
A Helpful Guide to Cleaning a Chimney the Right Way
Did you know that people who don’t regularly clean their chimneys increase the likelihood that their chimneys create dangerous fires? If you enjoy cuddling up with your family around orange glowing embers on cold winter nights, there is nothing like having a wood-burning fireplace. But many people don’t understand how important it is to keep […]
6 Necessary Questions to Ask Before Installing a Fireplace
A cozy evening. Crackling logs. A place to keep you warm with plenty of light for a book. Installing a fireplace is a great way to add character and comfort to your home. There’s not a soul in the world who doesn’t romanticize an evening spent around the fire. But like all things in life, there are […]
What Are the Benefits of Fireplaces in Commercial Buildings?
Your customers have trudged through the cold and the snow to get to your business, and you’re determined to make their visit worthwhile. Fortunately, this couldn’t be easier to achieve with a commercial fireplace. Research shows that the number of homebuyers who deem gas fireplaces desirable has increased to 55% from 44% over the past couple of decades. […]
