by Caleb Martinez | Oct 21, 2019 | Mantle Decorating Safety
At Leonard and Sons, we love the fall. There are a lot of things that come with fall weather: Thanksgiving meals; hiking around and enjoying the fall colors; and, our favorite, getting your fireplace ready for fall. Getting your fireplace ready for use this fall is...
by Caleb Martinez | Oct 7, 2019 | Chimney safety
Your fireplace brings you much joy and comfort during the colder winter months and oftentimes a homeowner can get so caught so much in all the warm ambiance that their fireplace adds to their home, that they forget that it is an appliance that needs proper operation...
by Caleb Martinez | Sep 23, 2019 | Gas logs
Sitting around a warm, cozy fireplace, watching the flames dance joyfully among the logs is a feeling like no other. Especially if you’re sharing that moment with people you love. Many people love the idea of owning a wood-burning fireplace. The ambiance that it can...
by Caleb Martinez | Sep 9, 2019 | Inspection Tips
Fall is almost here, which means that soon the weather will be getting cooler and fireplaces will be put to use once more. Before you start your fireplace for the first time this year, it is imperative that you make sure that it will operate efficiently and safely. If...
by Caleb Martinez | Aug 26, 2019 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Waterproofing
Autumn and winter are almost here for the Chicagoland area, that means a lot of snow will be falling. Although many people enjoy cuddling up in front of a warm fire during a winter storm, when the snow melts on your chimney, it can have a devastating effect on your...