One of the regular maintenance tasks that comes with having a fireplace or wood stove is cleaning out the ash. Don’t be scared: This is a straightforward job—all you really need is a metal shovel and ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

It’s easy to feel cozy at home when you use a wood-burning stove or fireplace. They require maintenance and cleaning, though, which is why it’s important to invest in an ash vacuum. While you can ...