Toddler-Proof Your Hearth: Style That Keeps Little Hands (and Paws) Safe

The enjoyment of a fireplace is like no other. Cozy nights around a rip-roaring fire, with all its snap, crackle, and pop, can be very joyous to a family. We have spent many hours decorating the mantle and around the fireplace, celebrating holidays and birthdays, and having quiet nights simply reading a good book.

When using a fireplace, we must also consider safety. Especially if you have small children or pets, you must follow special precautions to ensure the little ones are safe.

Keeping Your Family Safe

• Hearth padding: Protect the area around the hearth from sparks. A non-combustible pad to protect any embers that might get away.
• Protect the edges of the hearth: Soften up the area around your hearth. Toddlers are unsteady on their feet. Use a padding around your hearth to protect your little ones from falling and getting hurt.
• Put up a gate: A gate will keep not only your toddler, but your furry friends as well, away from the hot surface of the glass doors or the fire itself.
• Install glass safety doors: Safety glass doors will prevent sparks from entering the room. They also help keep the inside of the fireplace out of reach.
• Establish some family rules while the fire is in the fireplace.
  • Always have an adult in the room when the kids or pets are around.
  • No running or rough play.
  • Create a “no-go” area around the fireplace.  Establish a 3-foot zone around the fireplace that the kids and pets should not cross.
  • Nothing should be thrown into the fireplace.
• Secure fireplace tools: Store any accessory tools away from reach.
• Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector: Protect your family by installing a carbon monoxide detector.

Creating a toddler-proof hearth isn’t just about safety; it’s about peace of mind. With a few simple steps, you can keep everyone safe and continue enjoying your fireplace together.

Annual Chimney Maintenance

Annual chimney cleanings will eliminate any concern of CO exposure. Blockages can cause a down draft, pushing toxins into the home. Professional chimney companies recommend annual chimney inspections and chimney sweeps. A sweep will clean out any built-up creosote and clear out blockages. An Inspection will thoroughly examine your chimney, inside and out, to determine whether there is any water damage, leaks, cracks, or other component damage. Our technicians will be happy to give you suggestions on how to keep your chimney running efficiently as well.

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