How does a flue on a fireplace work? Your chimney is one of the most critical components of a Indianapolis home with a fireplace. While it’s not the most glamorous element of your home, it’s important to keep it in excellent condition. To be able to safely enjoy your fireplace, you must understand how your chimney works and how to best care for it.  Today, we’ll review the most important…

Is a damper and a fireplace flue the same thing? Having a fireplace is incredibly beneficial for the cold Indiana winters, but it also comes with a big responsibility. To keep your fireplace working and safe, you must perform the proper fireplace and chimney maintenance. Keeping track of all the different parts of your fireplace can get confusing for the typical Indianapolis homeowner.  Two of…

How do I start my fireplace for the first time? You might think starting a fire in your fireplace for the first time will be easy. When they think of a fireplace, most people imagine relaxing placidly by an already perfectly formed, lovely fire. They don’t think about the preparation behind the fire. There are actually several preliminary steps and precautions to take before you even light a…

The most popular fireplace design? A fireplace is a beautiful addition to your home. Great for social gatherings and priceless for family time, there’s nothing more intimate and welcoming than the warmth of a fire. If you don’t already have a fireplace, choosing one can be a bit overwhelming. That’s understandable. It’s a sizable investment, so you want to be certain you’ve chosen the right…

The cold weather is fast approaching. Pretty soon you’ll want to cozy up in front of a crackling fire. Worried about those rogue sparks that land on your floor? Now you don't have to be. Here's a step-by-step guide to putting out a fire so you can have peace of mind as you turn in for the night. Let us show you how to put out a fire in a fireplace Step 1 Take your poker and spread your…

Purchasing a gas to wood fireplace. You have a gas fireplace in your home. But what if you yearn for more? Let’s face it. There’s nothing like the warm glow of a roaring wood fire.  So, is it possible to convert a gas fireplace to a wood fireplace? The short answer is yes, but you have to have the appropriate setup. Read more

Replacing a gas fireplace with a wood-burning Insert. Gas fireplaces offer convenience and ease, but many Indianapolis homeowners find unparalleled quality in a wood-burning fireplace. While wood-burning fireplaces used to be the norm, many modern homes include them. The good news is that you can convert a gas fireplace into a wood-burning fireplace if that is what you want for your Indianapolis…

As summer winds down and fall approaches here in Indianapolis, you may be looking forward to the first chilly night you’ll spend warming up around the fire at home. That’s why at B+E, we think it’s time to refresh your knowledge on fireplace safety and give you a quick rundown on fireplace dampers. Read more