How do I know if my chimney is safe?

• <div><p>There are a few things you can look out for to ensure your chimney is safe to use. Check for the following issues:</p><ul><li><p>Cracks or missing pieces in the masonry of the chimney</p></li><li><p>Creosote buildup in the chimney, which is a black, tar-like substance</p></li><li><p>Cracks, stains, or scorch marks in the firebox</p></li><li><p>Water stains in or around the fireplace</p></li><li><p>A broken or stuck damper</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

How do fire sprinklers work?

• <div><p>A home fire sprinkler system reduces heat, flames, and smoke within seconds. Fire sprinkler systems hide in walls with sprinkler heads running along the piping throughout your home.</p><p>When the air surrounding a sprinkler reaches a specific temperature, the heads closest to the fire activate and release anywhere from 10 to 25 gallons of water per minute.</p></div>

How do you determine if a door is a fire door?

• <div><p>Start by checking the top or side edge of the door. Look for a certification label or metal tag stamped with details like the fire rating and information on the manufacturer. Even if it’s painted over, the tag should still be visible. Next, look along the edges for slim intumescent strips. They’re designed to swell up and seal gaps when exposed to heat. Finally, check if the door closes itself. Most fire doors have a self-closing mechanism, like an overhead closer or spring hinges. If none of these are obvious, contact a fire safety professional to help verify your door. </p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2025
Great work, came to our fire station and did some painting for us and came out great!! Highly recommended
PAINT TIGERS
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Reviewed in November 2025
Romeo and crew did an extensive backyard remodel for us, including installing an outdoor kitchen under a pergola, a fire pit with built-in bench, a whole bunch of concrete and porcelain pavers, sod/turf installation, and planting/mulching. He is talented in a wide variety of trades, including...
Barrios Landscape Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2025
Max responded quickly and was determined to get to my job even though it was getting late in the day. He repaired a fluttering ceiling light that he said was installed wrong and could have eventually caused a fire! He also was able to get the patio lights going again. He knows his electric...
Tail Gunner Electric
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Reviewed in May 2025
We interviewed many landscapers for our job. Steve was the most reliable by far in returning our calls and he was also positive about the plan and had no worries about being able to complete our complex project. We really like his crew, who has been with him for many years. We appreciated the...
Golden Landscape Construction & Management
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Reviewed in December 2024
Tim - the owner - guided me over the phone to get our old pool heater fired up and running smoothly. He also helped talk me through the right settings for the app for our Pentair pool pump. Oh - and he did this on a Saturday afternoon while he was busy with his family. BIG THANKS TO TIM AND...
Pools of Perfection Service
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Reviewed in November 2024
Fire pit. Angel wrapped the new and old pipes in protective putty and tape. Great work!
Plumbing Tree
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Reviewed in May 2024
This company is well named. Their work ethic and workmanship are truly EPIC. They demoed the entire backyard, including our deteriorating pool coping. They kept us informed at every step, and easily adapted to both the unexpected and a few change requests we made along the way. There were...
EPIC Landscape Construction
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Reviewed in February 2024
We did a large redesign of our backyard. Patty provided great ideas and listened to what we were trying to achieve. She has a great eye for design and color. When there were changes needed, they were handled appropriately. We are very happy with the work that was done and enjoying our deck,...
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Reviewed in August 2022
Derek recently installed two doors for me, an entry door from the garage to the house, as well as a front door. He was recommended to me by Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers in Escondido, where I special ordered my fire-rated garage door. The front door install was pretty standard; however,...
Derek Finnegan, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2022
Chris MacMillan managed and designed the project. He's super knowledgable, and during the whole project, he and the project lead, Nicholas, who was in charge of the worker schedules, were both always proactive and easy to work with. I started my project small with with intention of replacing...
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

Wood-burning fireplaces typically make homeowners insurance more expensive, simply because they increase the risk for a fire in your home. Gas and electric inserts are less likely to bring up your insurance rates, but you should always speak with your agent to understand how installing any type of fireplace will affect your premiums.

There are a few things you can look out for to ensure your chimney is safe to use. Check for the following issues:

Cracks or missing pieces in the masonry of the chimney
Creosote buildup in the chimney, which is a black, tar-like substance
Cracks, stains, or scorch marks in the firebox
Water stains in or around the fireplace
A broken or stuck damper

Call 911 immediately. If you have a fire extinguisher or fire blanket near the laundry room, you can attempt to extinguish the fire, but don’t open or touch the dryer. If you can’t put the fire out, evacuate yourself, your family, and your pets from the house, closing the laundry room door behind you. Turn off the electricity to your home via the outside fuse box, then wait for the fire department. After a dryer fire, have your home’s electrical system inspected to make sure there isn’t any damage.

A home fire sprinkler system reduces heat, flames, and smoke within seconds. Fire sprinkler systems hide in walls with sprinkler heads running along the piping throughout your home.

When the air surrounding a sprinkler reaches a specific temperature, the heads closest to the fire activate and release anywhere from 10 to 25 gallons of water per minute.

Start by checking the top or side edge of the door. Look for a certification label or metal tag stamped with details like the fire rating and information on the manufacturer. Even if it’s painted over, the tag should still be visible. Next, look along the edges for slim intumescent strips. They’re designed to swell up and seal gaps when exposed to heat. Finally, check if the door closes itself. Most fire doors have a self-closing mechanism, like an overhead closer or spring hinges. If none of these are obvious, contact a fire safety professional to help verify your door.

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