Do fireplace repair companies need to be licensed?

• <div><p>Certain fireplace repairs will require that your contractor is licensed, including anything that involves moving, installing, or repairing gas lines. In that case, your professional will need to be a certified plumber. You can use Angi’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">licensing lookup tool</a> to confirm that the company you’re hiring is properly licensed. Most states don’t have specific license requirements for other fireplace repairs, but most demand at least a general contractor’s license. It’s also a good idea to look for companies certified by the National Fireplace Institute, as those pros tend to be more qualified to carry out the repair.</p></div>

Does vinegar work to clean a stone fireplace?

• <div><p>If you would rather use vinegar to clean the stone fireplace instead of dish soap, this mixture should work fine. Vinegar is slightly acidic, however, so it may etch some kinds of stone without quite a bit of diluting. For a stone fireplace, dilute it to about one cup of vinegar for every gallon of hot water. It’s a smart idea to test the diluted mixture in an inconspicuous area of the fireplace and watch for etching. You can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/six-clever-ways-clean-vinegar.htm">use vinegar to clean</a> quite a few different items around your home, and it’s especially good at removing stains.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2020
They did a great job putting up the mattael and associated columns and ship lap above the mantel. They also straighten out the gas fireplace box. He was a good contact and good to coordinate with. David and son are the ones that do the work.
Jensen Construction
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Reviewed in June 2017
Flawless, no hassle to me at all. Bonnie called to say Ken would be dropping off the heavy equipment the next day and he did. They said he would start the day after and he did. Ken walked the site with me, asked a lot of questions and looked at pictures of what I wanted. Then he and his son...
Ken's Excavating
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Reviewed in May 2016
Our realtor gave us a few painting contractors to check out. ABC is who we decided to go with. They were to paint 1380 sqft living space, as well as the trim. Much of the sprayer work was good. The detail work was poorly done. The taping was not well done in many trim corners, and many...
ABC PAINTING GROUP & CONSTR
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Reviewed in May 2016
It went very well. Kevin provided us with the project cost immediately after visiting the work site to see what we wanted done. We needed to postpone the start date by a week due to scheduling conflicts and this was happily accommodated by the contractor. Very punctual. Kevin and Monty...
Ultra Nice Painting
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Reviewed in May 2016
My wife and I found Shawn through his Facebook page, where he's got pictures and updates on some of the projects he's working on. We called him, and discussed an idea we had to build an entertainment center to make good use of a blank wall in our living room that had nothing but a small nook...
A Custom Touch
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Reviewed in January 2016
It went really well. The selection process was painless and actually ended up being fun! Once we picked product we didn't have to wait too long for the install, we just had to wait a week for the products to show up and our house and acclimate. Once they started install everything went well and...
SUPER FLOORS OF ALASKA
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Reviewed in October 2014
Frontier Woodworks was referred to me by a friend (they had kitchen cabinets and custom trim work done), as well as another contractor I trusted. I needed 1500 sf of wood flooring installed (Karhs engineered floating floor can be sanded and refinished twice) in my 1961 pre-quake house with...
Frontier Woodworks
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Reviewed in November 2013
After a fireplace check by another local contractor, we were told we would need to purchase a new fireplace, now 10 years later at the cost of $4000. I went to North Country since we had great experience in our green egg purchase. At the showroom at North Country, Greg encouraged me to try their...
North Country Stoves Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
We don't use our fireplace all that often each year and it had been 19 years since we last had it checked. I reviewed the options on Angie's List and didn't see any that would work for us, so went to the Internet. I had a limited window of time slots open for the chimney sweeps to do the work....
Airstream Duct Cleaning
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Reviewed in June 2013
Our gas fireplace, which Central had installed about 6 years ago, wouldn't stay lit. Called Central and they sent a technician right over. He ran a complete diag. and replaced a bad switch. It works fine now.
Central Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Plumbing & Heating Doctor

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Plumbing & Heating Doctor

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

We are a family owned business with locations in Palmer & Wasilla AK. We service all of the Mat-Su Valley. From repairing your Heating System / Water Heater or replacing them with new equipment, we can solve your problem. We specialize in High Efficiency Units. We also sell and install water treatment systems. Available 24/7 year around, for your plumbing and heating emergencies.

"I called in the morning about a leak under my sink and someone was immediately dispatched to my house! NO WAITING FOR A FEW DAYS! J.D. was very professional and friendly as he fixed the pipe and explained what had caused it. I highly recommend this company!"

Deborah W on November 2023

"I called in the morning about a leak under my sink and someone was immediately dispatched to my house! NO WAITING FOR A FEW DAYS! J.D. was very professional and friendly as he fixed the pipe and explained what had caused it. I highly recommend this company!"

Deborah W on November 2023

Moore Heating and Cooling

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Moore Heating and Cooling

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

Moore Heating and Cooling is your go-to expert for all your heating and cooling service and repair needs in Anchorage. With our exceptional expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction, we stand out from the competition. Contact us today to experience top-notch service!

"Very responsive and quick to complete the job"

Julius C on July 2023

"Very responsive and quick to complete the job"

Julius C on July 2023

Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

A chimney liner isn’t required for an outdoor fireplace; you don’t technically need one if the masonry chimney uses the proper dimensions and is built to code. However, a chimney liner does serve as a protective coating for the flue. Adding a liner could improve performance, safety, and durability. In short, while not necessary, it wouldn’t hurt.

You should use an angled brush to first paint the mortar lines, then go in with a high-density roller to evenly paint the bricks one at a time. You can also use a flat paintbrush to paint individual bricks, but a roller is faster and easier to use thanks to its longer handle and wider surface area for coating the bricks. To finish, go in with the paint brush for edges or hard-to-reach areas.

Certain fireplace repairs will require that your contractor is licensed, including anything that involves moving, installing, or repairing gas lines. In that case, your professional will need to be a certified plumber. You can use Angi’s licensing lookup tool to confirm that the company you’re hiring is properly licensed. Most states don’t have specific license requirements for other fireplace repairs, but most demand at least a general contractor’s license. It’s also a good idea to look for companies certified by the National Fireplace Institute, as those pros tend to be more qualified to carry out the repair.

Minor cleaning and maintenance are DIY-friendly, but professionals should handle structural or electrical repairs.

If you would rather use vinegar to clean the stone fireplace instead of dish soap, this mixture should work fine. Vinegar is slightly acidic, however, so it may etch some kinds of stone without quite a bit of diluting. For a stone fireplace, dilute it to about one cup of vinegar for every gallon of hot water. It’s a smart idea to test the diluted mixture in an inconspicuous area of the fireplace and watch for etching. You can use vinegar to clean quite a few different items around your home, and it’s especially good at removing stains.

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