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Q: How much more is house insurance with a wood stove?

• <div><p>Home insurance prices depend on where you live and the individual insurance company's policies. Some insurers charge a flat fee for fireplaces or wood-burning stoves, which is often a few hundred dollars per year. Other insurers base this fee on a percentage of your annual premium. You may want to check your current or prospective policy before beginning this project.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of fireplace inserts?

• <div><p>Fireplace inserts have several potential disadvantages. The cost of the insert and its installation can be a significant investment, as the process can be complicated and expensive, particularly if modifications to the existing fireplace are necessary. Aesthetically, some people find that inserts lack the traditional look and authentic ambiance of an open, crackling fire. There are also ongoing costs for maintenance, cleaning, and fuel. Fuel type can be a limitation; for example, an insert may be unusable if you don't have access to its specific fuel source. Maintenance and repairs can also require specialized services, especially for gas or electric models. Finally, while an insert is more efficient than an open fireplace, it may not heat a home as evenly as a central HVAC system.</p></div>

Q: How do I safely dispose of fireplace ash?

• <div><p>Once your ashes have fully cooled, you can place them in a heavy-duty trash bag and put them into the bin with your normal trash. If you have wood ash, you can add the ash to your composting pile or sprinkle it over your grass or plants directly for added nutrients.</p></div>

Q: Do all chimneys need a damper?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What can I use to burn garden waste?

• <div><p>To burn garden waste, you can use a dug-out burn pit lined with stone or brick, a burn barrel, or a garden incinerator. If using a burn barrel, make sure it's made entirely of metal and properly equipped with screened vents and a metal top screen. Garden incinerators are designed for waste burning and should be operated according to the manufacturer's instructions. </p></div>

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Last update on June 23, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
I highly recommend Golden Star Painting Inc as they were very professional, courteous and nice! The rooms I got painted came out exactly as I wanted but even better! They do an amazing job!
GOLDEN STAR PAINTING INC
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Reviewed in June 2025
Great team - Solar Panels - Windows and Screens inside and out!
Merced Window Cleaning
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Reviewed in August 2023
We are looking forward to continued work that needs to be done to improve our fire safety.
Becks Tree and Property Service
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Reviewed in April 2023
The crew was doing a neighbors tree (trimming). I called out to the guy up in the tree and asked how much to take down my maple that had outgrown my small yard. The quote was far less than I expected. They took down my tree, cut the wood into fireplace length rounds, chipped the small...
Ward Brothers Tree & Crane Svc
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Reviewed in December 2022
Very hard worker- my home sparked and smelled so clean. Highly recommend!
Shine Commercial Cleaning
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Reviewed in November 2021
Best price anywhere, cleaned the fireplace and did an inspection. Let me know of some damages, and gave a very fair estimate to fix them. Is coming back next week to finish the repairs
EdgerClean Services
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Reviewed in September 2021
They removed old bricks and poured a concrete walkway down the side of my house. The price was reasonable, and they did a beautiful job. Ana was very good about keeping me informed.
Old Bridge Landscaping Maintenance
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Reviewed in March 2021
He remodeled my entire bathroom everything was taken out and replaced he tiled my walls and floors change the lighting put in a fan painted. I am very happy with the way it turn out . I get a lot compliments on the room. I will hire him again in the future he’s reliable and affordable. Real nice...
Calor Air HVAC
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Reviewed in July 2015
Sergio did a great job turning my basic 1970's brick fireplace into a beautiful stacked stone fireplace. He and one other worker spent about 5 hours from start to finish. They paid attention to detail and take pride in their work. I am very happy with the result and will be calling...
Brickhouse Masonry and Concrete Designs
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Reviewed in March 2013
Anderson's Tree Service removed two large Raywood Ash trees and two bushes growing at the base of the trees. At my request, the trees were cut into fireplace size logs (we will split and dry). They had to remove a gate and fence section to get the chipper in. They cleaned up after the...
ANDERSON TREE SVC
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Pantoja Garden & Landscaping

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Serving Planada, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"Very professional and did amazing job with my front lawn. Put synthetic grass and decorative rocks"

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Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Vezina Industries Inc.

4.3(

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Serving Planada, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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Emergency services offered

"They were great! I want to say it was like a week and they were done. They gave me a 50 year warranty when everybody else I was talking to only had a 30 year. My wife and I were thrilled. we exatic about how much better our house looks. The guys were super clean and I did not find a nail in the yard."

+13

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Stoneworks

New to Angi

Serving Planada, CA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

My name is Jose Luis Lara I am a journeyman mason with 33 years of experience in masonry construction, from footings to block, brick, stone installation.

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Mendez Concrete Service

New to Angi

Serving Planada, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Credit card accepted

\nWe take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, \nthat we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide \nexcellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to \ncompletion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of \nour customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer \nin a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, \nregardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

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M.T CONCRETE PROFESSIONAL.

New to Angi

Serving Planada, CA and surrounding areas

Offers commercial services

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Home insurance prices depend on where you live and the individual insurance company's policies. Some insurers charge a flat fee for fireplaces or wood-burning stoves, which is often a few hundred dollars per year. Other insurers base this fee on a percentage of your annual premium. You may want to check your current or prospective policy before beginning this project.

Fireplace inserts have several potential disadvantages. The cost of the insert and its installation can be a significant investment, as the process can be complicated and expensive, particularly if modifications to the existing fireplace are necessary. Aesthetically, some people find that inserts lack the traditional look and authentic ambiance of an open, crackling fire. There are also ongoing costs for maintenance, cleaning, and fuel. Fuel type can be a limitation; for example, an insert may be unusable if you don't have access to its specific fuel source. Maintenance and repairs can also require specialized services, especially for gas or electric models. Finally, while an insert is more efficient than an open fireplace, it may not heat a home as evenly as a central HVAC system.

Once your ashes have fully cooled, you can place them in a heavy-duty trash bag and put them into the bin with your normal trash. If you have wood ash, you can add the ash to your composting pile or sprinkle it over your grass or plants directly for added nutrients.

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.

To burn garden waste, you can use a dug-out burn pit lined with stone or brick, a burn barrel, or a garden incinerator. If using a burn barrel, make sure it's made entirely of metal and properly equipped with screened vents and a metal top screen. Garden incinerators are designed for waste burning and should be operated according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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