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Q: Is a fireplace the same as a firepit or outdoor oven?

• <div><p>A fireplace is, by definition, an enclosed space where you burn wood or other fuel for the purpose of generating light and heat. A firepit burns wood and is much less expensive to build, but they aren&rsquo;t technically a fireplace as it isn&rsquo;t enclosed. An outdoor oven&mdash;commonly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-build-outdoor-pizza-oven.htm">outdoor brick pizza ovens</a>&mdash;often uses wood as fuel, but its primary purpose is to cook food, and you&rsquo;d rarely just burn wood inside them for warmth or aesthetic reasons. </p></div>

Q: How likely is a chimney fire?

• <div><p>Depending on who&rsquo;s doing the estimating, about 22,000 to 25,000 chimney fires happen each year in the United States. Given the fact that millions of Americans have fireplaces (and chimneys), that means chimney fires aren&rsquo;t exactly common&mdash;but they&rsquo;re not rare, either. Since they&rsquo;re so dangerous, it&rsquo;s important to take precautions to prevent them.</p></div>

Q: Can you just let a fire burn out in a fireplace?

• <div><p>You can let a fire burn out in a fireplace as long as you or someone else will stick around to monitor it until it goes completely out. This may take several hours. To prepare, stop adding fuel to the fire well before you&rsquo;re ready to call it a night. If you&rsquo;re using the fireplace for warmth, you&rsquo;ll want to cover up in some blankets as the flame dies down.</p></div>

Q: What is the life expectancy of a chimney?

• <div><p>A well-constructed and regularly maintained brick chimney can last 50 to 100 years, potentially spanning multiple generations of homeowners. The exact lifespan depends on the quality of construction, materials, local environment, and maintenance. In contrast, a metal chimney typically lasts 15 to 20 years. While the main structure is durable, individual components have shorter lifespans and require more frequent replacement. For example, mortar may need repointing every 20 to 30 years, chimney crowns last 50 to 75 years, and liners can last anywhere from 15 to 50 years depending on the material (e.g., stainless steel vs. cast-in-place).</p></div>

Q: Can a fireplace be built on an existing house?

• <div><p>You can build a fireplace on an existing house, but it&rsquo;s much easier to construct a masonry fireplace when building a new house. To add to an existing house, you&rsquo;ll need to build a chimney and ensure the foundation can support a true masonry fireplace. Alternatively, you can purchase a gas or electric fireplace insert, which isn&rsquo;t as complicated to add to an existing structure.</p></div>

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Last update on January 26, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
Edgar was prompt, he did an amazing job. The week before the snowstorm was supposed to hit HOOVER, I realized I couldn’t use my Fireplace because Ivy had grown into the top of the chimney and around the cage. He gave us such a fair estimate. He removed and thinned out all ivy. He also cleaned up...
Flores Lawn Care, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
They are quick to respond but they were not prepared for the work they had to do. They dropped my refrigerator and broke my fireplace.
Melvin The Handyman
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Reviewed in March 2017
This was a personal experience with us. I hope they go out of business. They are horrible. Before I married my husband he bought a brand new house and bought it from the builder and they always tell you to have things serviced like heating once a year. My husband had never had a heat pump before...
AUX Mechanical, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2016
Got a call at 7:30 pm apologizing for not calling me earlier and telling me the dispatcher was late in giving him the information. I told him I wasn't actually complaining about any delay - I had only ordered this Angie's List deal earlier in that same day. He asked if he could come early the...
Cahaba Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2013
I called to see about setting up an appointment to have an outlet put in above the fireplace for our new television. I expected to have to wait 2-3 weeks, since it is summer and I was sure they would be busy. When I got in touch with the owner I found out he was on vacation in Colorado,...
Master Electrician
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Reviewed in November 2012
Called them out as we bought a new home with a fireplace and never have had a fireplace place and wanted it inspected and cleaned and any maintenance done before use. We thought from our home inspection that a some maintenance would be needed and most likely cleaned. The company was professional...
Clean Sweep Chimney Svc Inc
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Reviewed in April 2012
Once they had reframed and sided the chimney and paid them, I noticed the top half of the front side of the chimney chase was still leaning about 2 degrees toward the outside of the house. The whole chimney chase looked crooked. I called Bill up and told him I was not satisfied, and he sent a...
Southern Craftsman
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Reviewed in October 2011
They were on time & very nice. Though the Geek Squad that came later to hang our flat screen above the fireplace said the electrical outlet couldn't have been put in a worse place. It was also very expensive. $430.00 for one outlet? Overall I am just happy they showed up, were nice, and got the...
Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing
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The Mad Hatter Air Duct Cleaning & Chimney Sweep Service, Inc.

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Serving Concord, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

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"Terry found a problem with my gas fireplace and instead of firing the parts cannon took the time to troubleshoot and order only what was needed."

Response time1 day

Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Henry Simpson Masonry Construction, LLC

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Serving Concord, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Old school bricklayers. They had to cut, match and blend new brick into two fence piers and rebuild concrete foundation. Beautiful work, professionally done. Highly, highly this company."

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Response time11 hrs

Response rate90%

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Chimney Sweep Pros, LLC

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Serving Concord, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Offers commercial services

"I had Chimney Sweep Pros come out to clean our dryer vent, and I?m so glad I chose them! They were punctual, professional, and did a very thorough job. They showed me the buildup that had been causing longer drying times and explained how important it is for preventing fire hazards ? something I hadn?t even realized. Not only is my dryer working better than ever, but I also feel much safer knowing everything is cleaned properly. The technician was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole process easy and stress-free. Highly recommend Chimney Sweep Pros for anyone needing dryer vent maintenance ? truly top-notch service."

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Response time40 mins

Response rate100%

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Serving Concord, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Yes very professional and affordable i absolutely love there work i highly recommend Owens hardscapes"

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

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Cruz and Lopez Construction

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Serving Concord, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfactoin, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

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FirstTierHomeSolutions

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Serving Concord, AL and surrounding areas

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First Tier Home Solutions delivers fast, reliable help for all your home needs.

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WSB CLEANING SOLUTIONS L. L. C.

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Serving Concord, AL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At WSB Cleaning Solutions LLC, we proudly serve Birmingham, Alabama with professional commercial and residential cleaning. From offices and medical facilities to homes and rental properties, we deliver dependable service and quality results every time.

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Maid You Look Cleaning Services

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Serving Concord, AL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We don’t just clean — we make you l👀k. ✨\n We clean Apartments, Commercial suites, and Houses. Message me for quotes and any cleaning services. AL📍

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C2 Cleaning Industries

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Serving Concord, AL and surrounding areas

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Hi! My names Joshua Connell and I am the team lead for C2 Cleaning Industries

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Busy B's Cleaning

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Serving Concord, AL and surrounding areas

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I am a dependable, hardworking Marine Corps veteran with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to doing every job right. I take pride in creating clean, organized spaces and understand the importance of reliability, trustworthiness, and professionalism when working in someone's home. My military background taught me discipline, accountability, and a strong work ethic that I bring to every cleaning job.

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

A fireplace is, by definition, an enclosed space where you burn wood or other fuel for the purpose of generating light and heat. A firepit burns wood and is much less expensive to build, but they aren’t technically a fireplace as it isn’t enclosed. An outdoor oven—commonly outdoor brick pizza ovens—often uses wood as fuel, but its primary purpose is to cook food, and you’d rarely just burn wood inside them for warmth or aesthetic reasons.

Depending on who’s doing the estimating, about 22,000 to 25,000 chimney fires happen each year in the United States. Given the fact that millions of Americans have fireplaces (and chimneys), that means chimney fires aren’t exactly common—but they’re not rare, either. Since they’re so dangerous, it’s important to take precautions to prevent them.

You can let a fire burn out in a fireplace as long as you or someone else will stick around to monitor it until it goes completely out. This may take several hours. To prepare, stop adding fuel to the fire well before you’re ready to call it a night. If you’re using the fireplace for warmth, you’ll want to cover up in some blankets as the flame dies down.

A well-constructed and regularly maintained brick chimney can last 50 to 100 years, potentially spanning multiple generations of homeowners. The exact lifespan depends on the quality of construction, materials, local environment, and maintenance. In contrast, a metal chimney typically lasts 15 to 20 years. While the main structure is durable, individual components have shorter lifespans and require more frequent replacement. For example, mortar may need repointing every 20 to 30 years, chimney crowns last 50 to 75 years, and liners can last anywhere from 15 to 50 years depending on the material (e.g., stainless steel vs. cast-in-place).

You can build a fireplace on an existing house, but it’s much easier to construct a masonry fireplace when building a new house. To add to an existing house, you’ll need to build a chimney and ensure the foundation can support a true masonry fireplace. Alternatively, you can purchase a gas or electric fireplace insert, which isn’t as complicated to add to an existing structure.

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