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From sealing air leaks to scheduling furnace maintenance, there are several steps you must take to prepare your home for winter. This list should also include fireplace cleaning. Trained fireplace cleaning technicians will remove blockages, creosote, and other residue to prevent fire hazards and smoke inhalation, so your family remains safe. To make your time together gazing at the crackling flames more memorable, below are a few activities to try.  

3 Ways to Spend Time Gathered Near the Fireplace

1. Read a Story

Sitting around the fire can have a calming effect. As everyone is relaxed, they will be able to focus on a story. You can pick a title to read aloud from your library at home or download a new book on your e-reader. Similar to sitting around the campfire outside, you can also have everyone gathered to make up a tale to share. Sitting around the fire is also the perfect time to reminiscence about winters past, looking at old photo albums to conjure the memories.

2. Watch a Movie

New-Richmond-Ohio-fireplace-cleaningFeeling the warmth of the fire will allow everyone to settle in and get cozy to watch a film. You can place the television in the room with the fireplace temporarily or have everyone huddle together around the laptop or tablet. You can download or stream a selection of movies set during wintertime. Feeling the fire and sipping hot chocolate while seeing the snow-covered scenery in the films will make everyone feel even cozier. 

3. Play a Game

For a bit of childhood nostalgia, you can get out a classic game like Monopoly® or Jenga® to play. The dancing red and orange flames will cast a warm glow over the board and pieces. Remember to place a grate in front of the hearth to keep the game pieces away from the blaze.  

 

For fireplace cleaning to prepare for Midwest winters, reach out to the team at Charlie's Chimney Sweeps and Masonry, LLC. Based in New Richmond, OH, and serving the greater Cincinnati area, the fully-insured chimney sweeps will provide fireplace repair, chimney cleaning, and additional solutions to ensure your family can enjoy time around the fire for years to come. To schedule fireplace cleaning or additional services, call (513) 553-0229. Learn about the team’s customer commitment online

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