A blaze which significantly damaged a timber-framed home was caused by soot and debris in a chimney, firefighters said. Crews were called to the property in Dunmow Road, Thaxted at 17:20 GMT on ...

While a wood-burning fireplace adds warmth and comfort to a home during the colder months, safety should always be top of mind. Check out these tips to learn how to work and maintain a fireplace.

JAKE, MATT AND CAITLIN. GOOD MORNING. YEAH, A BIG REASON WHY CHIMNEY FIRE START IS BECAUSE OF POOR VENTILATION. NOW, THIS WOOD BURNING STOVE IS GOING RIGHT NOW. BUT BEFORE YOU GET A STOVE LIKE ...

A blaze which significantly damaged a timber-framed home was caused by soot and debris in a chimney, firefighters said. Crews were called to the property in Dunmow Road, Thaxted at 17:20 GMT on ...