How do I know if I need vented or vent-free gas logs?

• <div><p>You’ll need vented logs if you have a vented gas fireplace and vent-free logs if you have a ventless gas fireplace. If you aren’t sure which type of fireplace you have, contact a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/gas-fireplace-service/">local gas fireplace service</a>. They’ll help identify your fireplace and explain which type of logs you need to run it.</p></div>

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Q: What type of wood is best to burn in a wood stove?

• <div><p>Hardwoods such as oak, maple, and hickory are the best types of wood to burn in a wood stove. These woods burn hotter and longer than softwoods, producing less creosote and fewer emissions. Hardwoods provide a more efficient and cleaner burn, which helps maintain better air quality and reduces the frequency of cleaning and maintenance required for your stove.</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: How do I maintain my oil-fired chimney?

• <div><p>Annual inspections, soot removal, and clean-burning fuel help maintain a safe and efficient chimney.</p></div>

Q: Can you close up instead of demolishing a chimney?

• <div><p>You can close up a chimney instead of demolishing it. Homeowners often go this route because the cost of removing a chimney, especially a structurally important chimney, can be expensive.</p><p>Properly closing up a chimney involves closing and sealing the damper, installing a chimney cap damper, and sealing the fireplace opening with a door or bricks. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-it-get-my-chimney-sealed-and-capped.htm">cost to seal and cap a chimney</a> is around <b>$500 to $650</b>&mdash;significantly less than the average chimney removal cost. </p></div>

Q: How do I know if I need vented or vent-free gas logs?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll need vented logs if you have a vented gas fireplace and vent-free logs if you have a ventless gas fireplace. If you aren&rsquo;t sure which type of fireplace you have, contact a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/gas-fireplace-service/">local gas fireplace service</a>. They&rsquo;ll help identify your fireplace and explain which type of logs you need to run it.</p></div>

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Hot & Bothered heating and cooling is the best! They work quickly and efficiently and get the job done right! If you need any maintenance or repairs on your HVAC system give them a call!
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Reviewed in June 2024
These guys did a fantastic job helping me with a drainage project in my front yard. I Highly recommend them.
Redemption Outdoor Works
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Reviewed in January 2024
I had 4 trees removed by Chris. All of these were very close to my house. Not only was Chris efficient and professional, the job he did was as much of an art as a professional job.
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Reviewed in November 2023
Excellent work. Patio is better than expected. 10 out of 10
Reyes Concrete
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Reviewed in July 2023
The team at Hallman Roofing did a great job. They were very professional and cleaned up after they finished. The roof looks great!
Hallman Roofing and Renovations
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Reviewed in March 2023
They redid some sloppy work performed by some poorly workmanship by another contractor to repair flashing around chimney.
CJ's Roofing and Home Remodeling
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Reviewed in February 2023
Jackie and crew came came out when they said they would and Worked hard to remove a very large tree was close to falling on our house.They let me keep the smaller stuff for firewood and cleaned everything up and hauled off the larger pieces and cut my firewood pieces and neatly stacked them on...
Sparks & Reid LLC DBA S&R Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2022
Great and honest contractor! AMJ Mechanical performs high quality work at a great price! I do not hesitate to use them for any heating or cooling needs!
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Hired company to paint living room and kitchen. They also replaced light fixtures and plug-ins with new ones . The rooms look new and I'm very pleased with the job
Old School Handyman
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Reviewed in October 2021
Excellent work! We were quoted a fair price to remove an enormous, half rotten oak tree that was scary close to our house. Marcus and his experienced team arrived exactly when they said they would and worked tirelessly until the job was done. They were respectful of our property and made sure...
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"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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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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Busy B's Cleaning

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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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"Everything is going great. Also added some other equipment such as app controlled door locks, etc."

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Fire Stop Chimney Services, LLC

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Fire Stop Chimney Services LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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IgnitePro Fireplace / Skillset Solutions

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"Fantastic work and customer service. I was kept informed every step of the way, and we're thrilled with our new vent-free fireplace."

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Hardwoods such as oak, maple, and hickory are the best types of wood to burn in a wood stove. These woods burn hotter and longer than softwoods, producing less creosote and fewer emissions. Hardwoods provide a more efficient and cleaner burn, which helps maintain better air quality and reduces the frequency of cleaning and maintenance required for your stove.

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.

Annual inspections, soot removal, and clean-burning fuel help maintain a safe and efficient chimney.

You can close up a chimney instead of demolishing it. Homeowners often go this route because the cost of removing a chimney, especially a structurally important chimney, can be expensive.

Properly closing up a chimney involves closing and sealing the damper, installing a chimney cap damper, and sealing the fireplace opening with a door or bricks. The cost to seal and cap a chimney is around $500 to $650—significantly less than the average chimney removal cost.

You’ll need vented logs if you have a vented gas fireplace and vent-free logs if you have a ventless gas fireplace. If you aren’t sure which type of fireplace you have, contact a local gas fireplace service. They’ll help identify your fireplace and explain which type of logs you need to run it.

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