Creosote builds in three stages, from light and flaky to a hard shiny glaze. Here is what each stage means and why the last one causes chimney fires.

From a smoky smell to smoke rolling back into the room, here are seven signs Annapolis homeowners should never ignore, and why each one matters.

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