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Q: Can I clean my own fireplace and chimney?

• <div><p>While it is possible to clean your own chimney and fireplace with the appropriate brushes and safety gear, hiring a professional is often recommended. A professional ensures thorough creosote removal and compliance with safety standards. They can also safely access high or hidden areas that may be difficult for a homeowner to reach, providing comprehensive assurance that the job is completed correctly and safely.</p></div>

Q: Where is the best place to install a wood stove in a house?

• <div><p>The best location for a wood stove depends on your home's layout and venting options. For optimal heat distribution, a central location on the ground floor, such as the living room, is often recommended. If you have an existing, functional chimney, installing the stove there can simplify the venting process. Alternatively, placing the stove near an outside wall can make it easier to route a new chimney through the roof. For safety, ensure no combustible materials are near the stove. Building codes typically require 20 to 36 inches of clearance between the stove and any side walls.</p></div>

Q: Is it hard to learn how to remove a gas fireplace insert?

• <div><p>Because of the potential danger associated with incorrectly capping the gas line that serves the gas fireplace, many people will choose to hire a professional to do the work. Some homeowners may choose to hire a pro to only handle the gas line for them. They then may attempt to remove the actual insert on their own, which is a challenging&mdash;but not impossible&mdash;DIY project.</p></div>

Q: Do creosote logs work?

• <div><p>Creosote logs can help to reduce new creosote build-up by about 60%, however they don&rsquo;t replace regular cleaning. While creosote logs can help to prevent build-up of creosote in your chimney, they won&rsquo;t remove build-up that&rsquo;s already there. Creosote logs can be used as a preventative measure in conjunction with regular cleaning, but you will still need to clean your chimney about once per year.</p></div>

Q: Are bioethanol fireplaces safe?

• <div><p>Bioethanol fireplaces are safe when users follow the instructions and maintain the fireplace. Ethanol is flammable, however, and should be kept away from flammable surfaces, children, and pets.</p></div>

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Last update on February 07, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
He cleaned my fireplace and did an amazing job helping me with other issues I was having with my fireplace. He was very knowledgeable.
EdgerClean Services
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Reviewed in August 2023
Working with Accurate Home Remodeling was a wonderful experience. We live in Livermore and were looking to remodel our living room and replace our fireplace. Miles and I connected via Telegram initially and were able to work through an entire design online. The 3D renderers he used really...
Accurate Home Remodeling
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Reviewed in March 2023
Great work at a fair price. My fireplace turned out beautiful!
Uncommon Rose Design and Construction Inc
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Reviewed in February 2023
Zuriel came by to replace our old water heater , he did an excellent job and took care of us ASAP . Will definitely call them for future work!
G & Z PLUMBING COMPANY
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Reviewed in February 2022
They r nice and do great work they power wash my barbecue fireplace outdoors
Advance Hydro Cleaning
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Reviewed in November 2020
The two young men that came , Cody and Justin, who worked on the demo of old fireplace, reframing and installed new unit were great. They answered many questions for us and were very considerate of our home and details. We would recommend these two for any install. The demo on this project...
Custom Fireplaces & More
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Reviewed in October 2020
VC Builders did an excellent job. I had a big job with dry rot replacement of fireplace fascia and quite a few other things that needed repairing along with whole house painting! They were honest with their pricing and came through with every promise. My home sold in 4 days when they were...
VC Builder Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2018
He's just ok hired him to install an electric fireplace on wall
AGA Handyman Services - Unlicensed Contractor
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Reviewed in November 2012
\I already had some general drawings of what I wanted done. Mike took the drawings and tweaked them; adding and taking away some elements as needed. We met several times to discuss the different elements in the drawings until we both felt we had a good design. The drawings were for a mantle,...
Finish Carpentry by Michael Pullen
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Reviewed in June 2012
????? Rick was prompt, courteous & professional. He removed and inspected the fireplace insert (which was found to need new window gaskets) and did a thorough inspection and cleaning of our chimney. We really appreciated his attention to detail and he was very careful to make sure that our...
McDonald Chimney Service
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Turlock, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"Cleaned up after job and replaced moved items back to their original location Used fireplace the next evening.."

This chimney had a birds nest inside of it.

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Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Northstar Construction Group Inc

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Turlock, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"A company you can count on. Very high integrity. The owner is outstanding and maintains a high level of excellence. They did excellent work cleaning our flue and gas fireplace logs and burners. Wow it looks better than new and works perfectly now. Superb work. If you have a gas fireplace have them clean it or if you want a new one these are the folks to call."

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Ramirez window 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 Turlock, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi! My name is Perla, I’m the owner of Ramirez window cleaning. I specialize in window cleaning, solar panel cleaning, and pressure washing.\n\nI wanted to reach out and see if you might be interested in a free estimate. I take pride in detailed, reliable work and making homes look their best.\n\nLet me know if you’d like a quote — I’d be happy to help!

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Oceanview_details

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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 Turlock, CA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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Sparkle Sisters Cleaning Co.

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Clean and Inspect a gas fireplace

Serving Turlock, CA and surrounding areas

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Hi, I’m Jazmin! We are a family-owned cleaning service dedicated to helping homes look and feel their best. We offer reliable, detailed, and affordable cleaning services, whether you need a routine cleaning, deep cleaning, move-in/move-out cleaning, or help tackling a home that’s gotten behind. We take pride in our work, treat every home with care and respect, and always aim to leave our customers smiling. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to earning your trust!

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

Serving Turlock, CA and surrounding areas

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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.

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Aqua spray

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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 Turlock, CA and surrounding areas

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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

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5 star junk haulers

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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 Turlock, CA and surrounding areas

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Dependable, on time , efficient and responsible

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Palazzo Home Solutions

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Turlock, CA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

I am a local handyman and yard/house clean-up specialist. Things like trim work, flooring, and rough carpentry are my go-to as long with landscaping services such as material moving and off-hauling.

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Kathy Pollard

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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 Turlock, CA and surrounding areas

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Hi I've done in home health care for several years ,and cleaned homes for years ! I'm very detailed ,baseboards ECT.. I have my own cleaning supplies and equipment for jobs!! I've never had an unsatisfied client and have always welcomed me back again!! I take pride in what I do always!! Thanks

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

While it is possible to clean your own chimney and fireplace with the appropriate brushes and safety gear, hiring a professional is often recommended. A professional ensures thorough creosote removal and compliance with safety standards. They can also safely access high or hidden areas that may be difficult for a homeowner to reach, providing comprehensive assurance that the job is completed correctly and safely.

The best location for a wood stove depends on your home's layout and venting options. For optimal heat distribution, a central location on the ground floor, such as the living room, is often recommended. If you have an existing, functional chimney, installing the stove there can simplify the venting process. Alternatively, placing the stove near an outside wall can make it easier to route a new chimney through the roof. For safety, ensure no combustible materials are near the stove. Building codes typically require 20 to 36 inches of clearance between the stove and any side walls.

Because of the potential danger associated with incorrectly capping the gas line that serves the gas fireplace, many people will choose to hire a professional to do the work. Some homeowners may choose to hire a pro to only handle the gas line for them. They then may attempt to remove the actual insert on their own, which is a challenging—but not impossible—DIY project.

Creosote logs can help to reduce new creosote build-up by about 60%, however they don’t replace regular cleaning. While creosote logs can help to prevent build-up of creosote in your chimney, they won’t remove build-up that’s already there. Creosote logs can be used as a preventative measure in conjunction with regular cleaning, but you will still need to clean your chimney about once per year.

Bioethanol fireplaces are safe when users follow the instructions and maintain the fireplace. Ethanol is flammable, however, and should be kept away from flammable surfaces, children, and pets.

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