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Avatar for United Chimney Service, Inc.
United Chimney Service, Inc.
4.4(
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+2 more

Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"United Chimney just finished about 1 hr ago. Punctuality, cleanliness of workers, English speaking, looked at the job and then set about doing it, left the work area completely clean and vacuumed. I am very satisfied and will use this firm again."
Outdoor Kitchen & Pizza Oven
Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Northstar Construction Group Inc
4.1(
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Northstar Restoration did a fantastic job for our two fireplaces/chimneys. Peter is prompt, professional, and a pleasure to work with. The staff is prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable. The work was performed on time, neatly, and expertly. Would hire them again and recommend them highly."
 Before and After
Chimney Sweep Service
 Lint Removal
 Chimney Diagram
 Indoor Air Quality Specialists

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We decided to remodel our outdated bathroom, and McCormick Home Builders was a fantastic choice. Khaled and the team delivered high-quality work within the timeline and our budget. Every detail, from the tile work to the lighting, was beautifully done. They communicated well throughout, keeping us informed at every step, and the end result was truly a spa-like bathroom we can enjoy daily. We’d love to work with them again!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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Marco's Gutter Cleaning
4.4(
10
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Marco's Gutter Cleaning 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.

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Luis house cleaning service
New to Angi
Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Whether you need a one-time deep clean or regular weekly service, Luis House Cleaning is here to make your home shine. With attention to detail, professional care, and eco-friendly products (available upon request), we guarantee a spotless clean—every time.\n\n• Licensed & Insured\n • Eco-Friendly Products Available\n • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee\n • Free Estimates\n • Trusted & Background-Checked Cleaners\n

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Knowing who to hire to install your fireplace is important when it comes to having a safe place to burn a fire in your home. The best person to contact for installing fireplaces is a mason or general contractor who has a National Fireplace Institute (NFI) specialist certification. If you’re installing wood paneling, then it’s a good idea to also find a pro who is Wood Energy Technology Transfer (WETT)-certified. 

Both of these certifications show that your pro is well-equipped to install fireplaces and inspect your home for the utmost safety.

The easiest fireplace to build is an electric fireplace. These aren’t true fireplaces but can mimic the look of a traditional fireplace. True fireplaces, made of brick and stone, are complex and require professional installation; adding them to an existing home is demanding and expensive. You could spend $30,000 to have a real fireplace installed.

One disadvantage of a wood furnace is that you need a constant supply of wood to run it. Even if you have a good amount of wood on your property (or have another way to get affordable wood), you’ll still need to chop it, store it, and re-fuel your furnace with it to keep your house heated. 

Yes, a pellet stove can heat an entire house—as long as you choose one that’s large enough for that purpose. For context, pellet stoves generate between 8,000 and 90,000 British Thermal Units (BTUs), and you’ll need 30 to 60 BTUs per square foot, depending on your climate zone. If you’re unsure which size pellet stove to buy, reach out to a local pellet or wood stove repair company.

No, not all chimneys need a damper. However, most chimneys do, especially in newer homes. Most gas-burning fireplaces cannot function safely without a damper. Only some older wood-burning fireplaces can function safely without one. A chimney without a damper is essentially just an open hole in the roof of your home.

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