Atlanta Fireplace Company Craft Stove and Fireplace Center Reminds Homeowners to Prepare Fireplaces for Safe Winter Use

ATLANTA, GA, December 08, 2010 (Press-News.org) The cold of winter is rapidly approaching, and homeowners across the country are preparing their fireplaces for increased use. Atlanta fireplaces provide a warm and cozy atmosphere that is a welcome escape from the cold outdoors, but this inviting ambiance can be tarnished if homeowners do not take the appropriate steps to properly maintain their fireplaces and prevent accidents such as house fires, burns or other injuries. Atlanta fireplace company Craft Stove and Fireplace Center is reminding homeowners to prepare their fireplaces for safe use this winter.

"A fireplace is a beacon of warmth and comfort for homeowners during the wintertime, but certain safety measures must be taken prior to each winter to avoid unnecessary accidents," explains Scott Clawson, director of marketing with Craft Stove and Fireplace Center. "With proper maintenance and the right precautions, your Atlanta fireplace will remain the comfortable, welcoming and safe centerpiece that you want it to be."

Cleanliness is an essential but often neglected factor in maintaining a safe Atlanta wood stove or fireplace. Many homeowners see the soot and wood and resign themselves to the belief that fireplaces are supposed to be dirty. Buildup of creosote from wood and low-burning fires can result in an uncontrolled house fire, a hazard which can be prevented by removing debris from in and around the fireplace. Craft Stove and Fireplace Center also recommends that the ventilation be checked periodically, both inside and outside, in order to make sure no soot or debris is blocking smoke from escaping. Once a year, a certified chimney inspector should professionally verify that fireplaces are clean and in top working condition.

Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should also be checked regularly in order to make sure they are in working order. Because carbon monoxide is a clear, odorless gas, a detector is the most effective way to verify that exposure to the gas does not exceed dangerous levels. It is recommended that batteries for these devices be changed at least once a year.

Craft Stove and Fireplace Center considers safety to be a top priority, and encourages Atlanta fireplace owners to make safety a priority in their homes as well this winter through proper fireplace maintenance and care.

About Craft Stove & Fireplace Center

Craft Stove & Fireplace Center has provided the Atlanta area with the finest fireplace and stove services and equipment on the market since 1979. They specialize in quality home heating and cooking products via their fireplaces and stoves. Craft Stove & Fireplace Center showroom in Atlanta features fireplaces, barbeques, and a full line of fireplace products and stove accessories. They carry 13 different brands including Jotul, Vermont Casting, Lopi, Regency, and Buck Stove. Having such a wide selection of brand choices ensures that customers get the perfect fireplace and woodstoves for their home.

For more information visit http://www.craftstoveandfireplace.com.