Hamilton Building Services

Ready for the snap, crackle, and pop of a roaring fire? Here's everything you need to know. Fireplaces are one of the most sought-after home features, but using one can be intimidating, and you’ve probably got questions. Here’s a quick guide to get you and your fire started this fall.

A fireplace should be cozy so you might be inclined to stay away from a modern design for fear it'll look too cold and stark—but that's a serious misconception. Sure, it can definitely read that, and if that's what you're going for, more power to you, but you don't have to sacrifice homey vibes in the name of clean lines. Let these fireplaces prove to you that modern is the move.

A cozy fire on a cold night is a delight. But a wood fire left untended isn't safe. Unlike a gas fireplace, which can be switched off, the only way to leave a wood fire is closed off with glass doors. Image via: https://www.thisoldhouse.com/ideas/17-fireplace-upgrades As a focal point, a fireplace can set the tone for the whole style of a room. Rough brick can pull a rustic space together, while smooth glass can be used to set a modern tone. See all fireplace ideas here .

If you have a fireplace at home, you know this is the season to really put it  to use. Before you decide to stoke a fire, check out some ways that you can decorate  and really spruce up your fireplace. Adding a few decorations and light touches will make  your fireplace the warm and inviting center of your home! Image via www.suburbanmen.com Image via www.pinterest.com Image via www.decozilla.com Image via www.christina@thefrugalhomemaker.com Sources www.pinterest.com

Cooler nights are ahead, and with that thought in mind, it's a good idea to start checking some items off your annual to-do list. Now that you've likely put away some of your summertime household items (and don't fret if you haven't yet), it's time to prepare for the winter weather. One way to do this is by sealing off areas of your home that allow cool air in and warm air out. By blocking and sealing off places like doors and windows, you can be saving over 50% of your heating bill. Aside from some of the more obvious places such as doors and windows, there are some other miscellaneous areas that are money eaters during the wintertime. Your beautiful and beloved chimney can be a HUGE source of wasted heat. Watch this video we found helpful and informative for those who are searching for the right tool to block heat from escaping through a chimney.