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For many, the fireplace is the focal point of the home. Whether you use it for heat or just for ambiance, a wood burning fireplace is an important feature that requires regular maintenance to function and keep everybody safe. Here are some tips for general maintenance of your wood-burning fireplace:
One of the simplest ways you can maintain a wood-burning fireplace is to keep the inside of it clear of ash and debris. After a fire, scoop out the cool ashes with a trowel or shovel and store them in a metal container. Remove any pieces of wood charcoal or other debris from inside as well. Not only will this improve the overall aesthetics, it will make for a more efficient fire with fewer byproducts.
A well-maintained fireplace shouldn't cause any major problems, but if one does arise, your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors can save your life. If you have a clog in your chimney or vent system, it can cause carbon monoxide buildup in your home. This deadly gas is odorless and colorless, so it's crucial you have the detectors and alarms in good working order.
Smoke, while more obvious, should still be monitored using a detector with an alarm. If enough smoke has accumulated in the room that it reaches the smoke detector, you'll know it's time to act.
Creosote is one of the main byproducts of burning wood in your fireplace. You'll find it in the form of a thick black residue on the inner walls of your chimney or even on the outside of your hearth. A buildup of creosote is one of the most common causes of accidental fire, as it's a flammable substance. If you regularly clean creosote deposits from your fireplace, you can prevent it from builduing up to toxic and dangerous levels.
Most basic fireplace maintenance can be handled on your own, but don't hesitate to consult a professional if you need help. Chimney sweeping and advanced cleaning are worthy investments and can keep you safer while enjoying your fireplace.
Rossi Real Estate Services LLC is a boutique real estate brokerage firm that provides close personal attention to buyers and sellers in the Capital Region and surrounding areas. “Typical” is not a word that clients use to describe Rossi Real Estate's approach to home buying and selling. Building upon years of experience, Rossi Real Estate employs creative marketing approaches, combined with a vast network, to quickly sell homes. By creating home floor plans, professional photography, and online marketing videos, Rossi Real Estate is able to depict home layouts and professional marketing to potential buyers before stepping foot in your home; this saves the seller valuable time by attracting only those buyers who have greater interest in the home. Additionally, by employing targeted online marketing, Rossi Real Estate targets buyers searching for homes just like yours.
Joe Rossi, the Principal Broker at Rossi Real Estate, builds upon over 12 years real estate experience in every transaction. Joe zealously advocates for his clients by combining his diverse background in law, finance, complex negotiation, and management, with compassion and exemplary communication skills creates. He explains transaction details and guides his clients through every step of the buying and selling experience. Furthermore, Joe listens to his clients’ wants and needs. In a recent transaction, the buyer profusely thanked Joe, stating he was, “[T]he only one in the transaction that was capable of communicating with the sellers in a way that ensured we were able to close on our dream home”.
Our real estate practice includes leading professionals, all of which are NYS Licensed Real Estate Sales Associates: Joseph R. Rossi, Ryan Hart, & Dustin Cogswell. Their experience includes work at a fortune 100 company, military operations, and technical recruiting.
If you're looking for a real estate broker who goes above and beyond the industry, who genuinely cares about their clients, and who will drive results, contact Rossi Real Estate Services LLC today.
The Stuff our attorneys make us include...
In accordance with Real Property Law §442-H, Rossi Real Estate Services LLC implemented a Standardized Operating Procedure governing client engagement. As such, prior to any engagement, Broker:
1. Requires a buyer to produce identification if the identity of the buyer is not readily known through a personal relationship with the broker or licensed sales person;
2. Requires an exclusive agency agreement (i.e. exclusive broker agreement) prior to engagement with any buyer;
3. Does not require pre-approval for a mortgage loan; however, a pre-qualification letter for a mortgage loan or, for cash buyers, proof of funds is required.
Although Broker may not require certain information, a seller of real estate may require this information prior to showing the property and/or as part of any purchase offer.
