How can I prepare for a natural disaster?

• <div><p>If a storm or other natural disaster occurs in your area, you may not have immediate access to help. According to the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency, keep a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/infographic-disaster-preparedness-essentials.htm">disaster preparedness kit</a> in your home with enough essentials to sustain your family for at least 72 hours. Put this in an easily accessible location to have it handy in case anything unthinkable happens.</p></div>

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Q: How high should a pergola be above a fire pit?

• <div><p>While your municipality may have its own regulations requiring pergolas or other structures to be a certain height above a fire pit, the standard recommendation is that the pergola should be at least 10 feet above the fire pit. A taller pergola allows the heat from the flames to dissipate before reaching the structure.</p></div>

Q: Can splicing wires cause a fire?

• <div><p>Yes, splicing wires can cause a fire if the splicing is done incorrectly. This is why splicing wires is a task best handled by electricians. One of the most common mistakes made when splicing wires is not using a wire connector. Without a wire connector, electricity flows unsheathed and can result in a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-ways-prevent-electrical-fires.htm">home electrical fire</a>.</p></div>

Q: Does an outdoor fireplace need a chimney liner?

• <div><p>A chimney liner isn&rsquo;t required for an outdoor fireplace; you don&rsquo;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&rsquo;t hurt. </p></div>

Q: Can you have a fire indoors without a chimney?

• <div><p>The short answer is yes, but the longer answer is more complex. Unless the fireplace is ventless by design, you&rsquo;ll need some type of exhaust pipe system to safely send fumes and other harmful byproducts out of the house. Even then, ventless fireplaces are not always permitted because they do keep the byproducts inside of your house. Ventless fireplaces are safest when installed in spaces that are themselves well-ventilated, like large rooms with lots of windows.</p></div>

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Last update on December 03, 2024

Reviewed in December 2024
Magic City Coating was so helpful from start to finish. From our initial call, they were able to help us figure out what we needed and came out next day. The work only took a few hours and they installed the Floor Shield all in the same day. Amazed with the ease and professionalism from Magic...
Floor Shield of Birmingham
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Reviewed in November 2023
Awesome professionals from sales team to telephone customer service to installation team. Very pleased with the outstanding sales team, technicians, products, and customer support/ service. A company that remembers what "customer service and care" means.
West Shore Home Birmingham
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Reviewed in October 2022
He neglected to tell us it was a side job. Left drywall dust everywhere and wall mud on the floor throughout. Not a professional at all. Our ceiling still has seam lines showing. We fired him even though the job was not completed.
Alvarez Projects
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Reviewed in May 2018
Chris did a good job installing the front door. Needs to be a more professional with his attire. He and his wife work well together. They both are smokers.
Chris Cathey
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Reviewed in August 2017
Oney gave me an estimate and let me know what needed to be done to complete our full asphalt drive installation. He and his crew were knowledgeable, courteous, and professional. He even patched a couple of potholes in a shared dirt driveway that wasn't part of the quote. The new driveway...
MC Paving, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
I needed a storm door replaced, Mr Foster came over, measured the door, (he even picked it up) installed it with no problems and was a real nice guy as well. Very professional. This was a winner. Gets no better than that! Call Mr Foster, you will be happy you did.
Handyman Stephen Foster
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Reviewed in March 2014
They did a good job with the mold removal. However, they removed an ceiling light fixture in one of our rooms, and did not replace it. They still have not come back to re-install the fixture after numerous attempts on our part to contact them. My rating for responsiveness would be much higher...
Bear Properties Inc
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Reviewed in July 2013
My sales rep was excellent; he actually even came to my home to be here when they installed the system to make sure that everything was done like it was supposed to be. I asked him if he usually does that, he told me he goes to every installation that he can, to make sure everything is done,...
Power Home Technologies - Hunstville, AL
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Reviewed in January 2013
I called AFS to set up an appointment for an estimate to waterproof my basement. An appointment was set up during that phone call. I was called to verify appointment for estimate before hand by a representative named Michael. He was on time and very knowledgable. We set up another appointment to...
AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists
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Reviewed in May 2011
Many homes were storm damaged during a series of hail, high winds and tornadoes. This company's owner responded quickly to my request for quote and ordered material in advance of an expected cost increase saving me several hundred dollars. One of his crews moved in the day after material was...
Jordan Aluminum & Vinyl Siding
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Lollar’s Appliance

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Serving Oakman, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Lollar Construction offers customers top of the line home repair. Whether you need a wall repaired or you want to build an addition onto your house, we are here to help you get the job done. We work on every job as if we're working on our house. When ever we do a job we make sure that we not only do the job to code, but we go above what is required by code so you will always feel safe and know that your job was done with utmost of care.

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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

While your municipality may have its own regulations requiring pergolas or other structures to be a certain height above a fire pit, the standard recommendation is that the pergola should be at least 10 feet above the fire pit. A taller pergola allows the heat from the flames to dissipate before reaching the structure.

Yes, splicing wires can cause a fire if the splicing is done incorrectly. This is why splicing wires is a task best handled by electricians. One of the most common mistakes made when splicing wires is not using a wire connector. Without a wire connector, electricity flows unsheathed and can result in a home electrical fire.

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.

If a storm or other natural disaster occurs in your area, you may not have immediate access to help. According to the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency, keep a disaster preparedness kit in your home with enough essentials to sustain your family for at least 72 hours. Put this in an easily accessible location to have it handy in case anything unthinkable happens.

The short answer is yes, but the longer answer is more complex. Unless the fireplace is ventless by design, you’ll need some type of exhaust pipe system to safely send fumes and other harmful byproducts out of the house. Even then, ventless fireplaces are not always permitted because they do keep the byproducts inside of your house. Ventless fireplaces are safest when installed in spaces that are themselves well-ventilated, like large rooms with lots of windows.

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