Best fireplace pros near Durham, CA

Q: Do all pellet stoves need to be vented outside?

• <div><p>Burning wood and wood products such as pellets create carbon monoxide that&rsquo;s poisonous to humans and pets. Pellet stoves need to vent to the outside through an approved vent or chimney to expel the exhaust. </p></div>

Q: What are the three types of stoves?

• <div><p>Gas, electric, and inductive. Technically speaking, inductive stoves also fall under the electric stove category. However, they use electromagnetic energy to turn the cookware itself into a heat source instead of heating the burner to heat the cookware. As a result, they ensure precise temperature control, which is often the biggest complaint from people switching from gas to electric.</p></div>

Q: Does a capped chimney need to be vented?

• <div><p>Yes, capped chimneys should still be vented. Failing to vent a chimney will result in condensation buildup inside the chimney, which commonly results in mold growth. If mold begins to grow in a chimney, it frequently goes undetected and spreads quickly through the home. Mold and moisture can damage the structural integrity of your home, and exposure to mold can cause discomfort and illness in residents. </p></div>

Q: Can you leave a pellet stove running 24/7?

• <div><p>Pellet stoves are designed to run for several hours at a time. Running them for an entire day is not uncommon. More advanced models can run continuously for up to 48 hours, making them ideal if you live in extremely cold conditions and don't want to keep refueling the stove.</p></div>

Q: Is an electric fireplace worth it?

• <div><p>If you're looking for supplemental heating for your home, an electric fireplace can be worth purchasing. A prefab, freestanding model will only set you back a few hundred dollars and can help to heat up drafty or cooler rooms. Electric fireplaces don't have the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/fireplace-maintenance-tips.htm">maintenance requirements of gas or wood-burning fireplaces</a> and don't require you to buy wood or other fuel. </p></div>

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Last update on May 27, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
I had Trevor come an evaluate my property that I had just purchased in lower Paradise for fire safety and prevention. His wealth of knowledge and professionalism was apparent on day one. His knowledge of felling trees was perfect fit for cleaning some dead fire burnt snags I had. Not only did he...
Boeger Home Repair & Fire Prevention
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Reviewed in December 2023
Installed a gas fireplace to replace old wood burning stove. Plumbed the gas line to new fireplace. Great job!
Stephenson Construction
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Reviewed in September 2022
David Gerhardt he did a fireplace with natural stone and he did wonderful work.
David Anthony Gerhardt Tile
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Reviewed in December 2021
Anastasia has been great to work with for my homeâ s interior decorating overhaul. The designs and execution have all been smooth. I feel like she listens to what my tastes are while suggesting fun and coordinated design ideas. She is easy going and fun to work with. Itâ s so nice to finally...
Stasia Design
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Reviewed in June 2021
We have used Lighthouse Electric for multiple jobs initial 0 for an extension on our bathroom putting in new wiring, new lighting, new fixtures etc. We brought them back to put canned lighting in our dining room and eventually hooking up our new spa and upgrading our electrical panel. Great...
Lighthouse Electric Company
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Reviewed in May 2018
We have hired Rich twice. First for master bath remodel, created a laundry room, and removed our old 1959 chimney/fireplace and replaced with a stunning, modern, wide, in wall, gas fireplace. We then hired him for a 600 sq addition, 2 bd, 2 br and hallway. He was very easy to work with and very...
R H Custom Remodeling
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Reviewed in December 2016
"Chimney Sweep For Life" is how i would put the experience i had with Todd this morning. He was at my door and ready to work this morning on time and even had a smile on his face. He was very knowledgeable about how to better care for our fireplace so we didn't continue to have any issues later...
Indoor Air & chimney
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Reviewed in December 2012
Shortly after moving into our home we discovered that a gas-burning fireplace had a gas leak. Since we had a home warranty we contacted them, and they in turn contacted Watkins Plumbing for us. The technician arrived about 20 minutes later and immediately identified the problem and corrected...
Watkins Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in August 2010
It went well overall. I went to their place where they told me their process in detail. I went to Arizona tile to pick out and pay for my granite. Then they sent out a seperate contractor to demo my fireplace and countertops. The seprate contractor helped a great deal for me to get...
CASSARINO STONE
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Top-Rated Fireplace pros in Durham - Updated Nov 2026

Trujano Roofing

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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 Durham, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

\n \nWe 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 satisfaction from start to 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.

Response time2 days

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Aqua spray

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 Durham, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Why choose us?\nDetail-oriented cleaning\nWe provide meticulous, thorough cleaning with a focus on every detail to ensure your home is spotless after every visit \n

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Fancy gallons cleaning

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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 Durham, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi! I’m Fallon, owner of Fancy Fallon's Cleaning Services. With years of hands-on experience and a strong eye for detail, I specialize in keeping residential and commercial spaces spotless, refreshed, and inviting. Whether you need ongoing home maintenance, a deep clean, or move-in/move-out support, I treat every space with the highest level of care, respect, and reliability. I’m passionate about making life easier for my clients—let me take the cleaning off your to-do list!

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Ethan

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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 Durham, CA and surrounding areas

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Hardworking and very skilled in the areas selected

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Durham, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Durham, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tod is prompt and did a very clean job on repairing my wood stove and the refurbish of the stove looks nice."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Scott's Chimney sweep

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Durham, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Greg Scott of Scott's Chimney Sweep and Dryer Vents holds over 20 years of residential and commercial experience. Foothills of Northern California and Brownsville!

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Johnnys Handyman & Hauling

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Gas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Repair

Serving Durham, CA and surrounding areas

It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to 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.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Durham, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to 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. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.

Response time7 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Everything cleaning services

5.0(

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Gas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Repair

Serving Durham, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are locally owned company that provides full housecleaning services. We have 11 years of experience and pride our selves on customer service.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Fireplaces FAQs, answered by experts

Burning wood and wood products such as pellets create carbon monoxide that’s poisonous to humans and pets. Pellet stoves need to vent to the outside through an approved vent or chimney to expel the exhaust.

Gas, electric, and inductive. Technically speaking, inductive stoves also fall under the electric stove category. However, they use electromagnetic energy to turn the cookware itself into a heat source instead of heating the burner to heat the cookware. As a result, they ensure precise temperature control, which is often the biggest complaint from people switching from gas to electric.

Yes, capped chimneys should still be vented. Failing to vent a chimney will result in condensation buildup inside the chimney, which commonly results in mold growth. If mold begins to grow in a chimney, it frequently goes undetected and spreads quickly through the home. Mold and moisture can damage the structural integrity of your home, and exposure to mold can cause discomfort and illness in residents.

Pellet stoves are designed to run for several hours at a time. Running them for an entire day is not uncommon. More advanced models can run continuously for up to 48 hours, making them ideal if you live in extremely cold conditions and don't want to keep refueling the stove.

If you're looking for supplemental heating for your home, an electric fireplace can be worth purchasing. A prefab, freestanding model will only set you back a few hundred dollars and can help to heat up drafty or cooler rooms. Electric fireplaces don't have the maintenance requirements of gas or wood-burning fireplaces and don't require you to buy wood or other fuel.

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