Danny Lipford discusses fireplace safety on AMHQ on The Weather Channel

Ready to start using your fireplace, but concerned that it’s not safe to do so? There are a few things you can do to prepare.

Anne Thornton, founder and president of MSI Plumbing and Remodeling, says it’s best to have the fireplace inspected by a certified chimney inspector. That’s the first thing.

Then, choose gray, seasoned hard wood for building the fire. And if a professional suggests adding a liner? It’s a big expense, so get a second opinion!

Whether you want more information about preparing your fireplace for cold weather, what to do when you’ve replaced hollow-core doors with ones that don’t shut, or solutions if your home doesn’t heat evenly, we can help.

Listen to this episode of the Today’s Homeowner Radio Show for more advice!

  • [skipto time=0:00][0:00][/skipto] Danny and Joe share stories about working in cold weather
  • [skipto time=4:11][4:11][/skipto] Tips for sealing a crawlspace for a home on piers
  • [skipto time=8:26][8:26][/skipto] Tips for newly installed doors that don’t close all the way
  • [skipto time=15:53][15:53][/skipto] How long should the Christmas tree should stay up? The guys weigh in
  • [skipto time=17:51][17:51][/skipto] To caulk or not to caulk after installing windows
  • [skipto time=22:12][22:12][/skipto] Danny shares plans for an old cedar tree on his property
  • [skipto time=28:24][28:24][/skipto] Best New Product: Custom Building Products’ SimpleMat
  • [skipto time=29:32][29:32][/skipto] Straight from the Pro, featuring Anne Thornton, founder and president of MSI Plumbing & Remodeling
  • [skipto time=40:52][40:52][/skipto] What to do about uneven heating in your home
  • [skipto time=56:18][56:18][/skipto] “Is there such a thing as an insulated dryer vent tube?”
  • [skipto time=1:02:16][1:02:16][/skipto] Tips to prevent pots in fountains from rusting
  • [skipto time=1:09:59][1:09:59][/skipto] How to remove Torginol from plaster walls
  • [skipto time=1:15:20][1:15:20][/skipto] How to preserve a paver walkway and driveway
  • [skipto time=1:22:30][1:22:30][/skipto] Checking In With Chelsea: Chelsea builds an acrylic coffee table
  • [skipto time=1:33:28][1:33:28][/skipto] Tips for repairing a water-damaged subfloor
  • [skipto time=1:43:05][1:43:05][/skipto] Simple Solution: How to use a pool noodle to fill a water bucket

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    Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.

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