Care & Maintenance

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Maintain Your Gas Fireplace with the Fireplace Service Checklist

Download the checklist to help you maintain and service your gas fireplace yourself.

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Prepare for the Season: Annual Fireplace Maintenance

Here’s how your fireplace wants you to celebrate National Fireplace Month this October

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The Value of Your Efficient Gas Fireplace

Did you know that operating a gas fireplace costs very little?

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Using Your Fireplace or Insert During a Power Outage

A power outage can put your furnace out of commission, but many fireplaces and inserts can provide much-needed heat amidst the storm.

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Winter Power Outage? Fire Up!

Your hearth can provide much-needed heat during a power outage.

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Knowing Your Warranty

Here’s how to better understand the warranty on your hearth product.

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Are You Ready?

September is National Preparedness Month. Be prepared for a power outage with your fireplace.

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Burning Wood Safely

Tips to ensure your wood-burning fireplace or stove is ready for SAFE operations.

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Here's How to Find Your Model and Serial Number

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Fireplace Technology: Direct Vent

How direct vent technology has changed how we enjoy fires.

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Zero Clearance or Masonry Fireplace?

Thinking about buying an insert? The kind of fireplace you have makes a difference.

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Lighting a Standing Pilot in a Gas Fireplace

How to light a standing pilot, including a video and step-by-step instructions.

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Preparing Your Fireplace or Stove for the Warm Weather Months

Here are tips for homeowners with hearth products...

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Gas Fireplace Venting Explained

Here's why direct vent gas fireplaces are so popular...

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January 10 is National Cut Your Energy Costs Day

Top 10 ways to be smarter about energy use in your home.

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Lower Heating Bills and Increase Efficiency

A wood-burning fireplace is one of the most inefficient ways to heat your home.

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Don’t Let Money Float Up the Flue

Did you know that a standard woodburning fireplace can be a source of heat loss for your home?

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Look to Gas Fireplaces for Home Heating Help

The wise use of gas fireplaces can significantly reduce a monthly heating bill.

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Tips For Getting Your Fireplace Ready

Fireside Hearth & Home urges homeowners to get their fireplace ready for the heating season.