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Avatar for Armstrong Chimney & Stoves, LLC
Armstrong Chimney & Stoves, LLC
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair+2 more

Serving Ashford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Armstrong Chimney and Stoves LLC., we specialize in Chimney and Fireplace cleaning (this involves routine cleaning & maintenance scheduled in advance, annually or semi-annually) and inspections. We also provide installations of Gas, Pellet or Wood Stoves and Brick or Stone Fireplaces. Call today for a free estimate!\n

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Pagano Masonry LLC
5.0(
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Repair

Serving Ashford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Jimmyâ s work was excellent. He gave us options to repair the chimney and worked with us each step of the way. He was professional and friendly. You could tell he took pride in his craft and the price was fair. I look forward to working with him again to refurbish an outdoor fireplace."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate91%
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Safeside Home Services, Inc.
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Ashford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very nice and honest business to work with. Courteous, hardworking and efficient. I would recommend them to others! They repaired my chimney cap and replaced the flue cap with a squirrel proof cap. Also cleaned both flues and inside of wood stove from squirrel debris."
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Response time1 day
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New England Chimney Services, LLC
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+1 more

Serving Ashford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We 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 the start to the 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.\n

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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Avatar for Abis Masonry & Fence, LLC
Abis Masonry & Fence, LLC
5.0(
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install

Serving Ashford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

ABI`S Masonry & Fence LLC is a family owned and operated business that specializes in all your Masonry,Construction and Fence needs. We have the newest state of the art equipment, and a crew with over 20 years of experience that takes pride in their work to ensure that your job is nothing less than perfect.No job is too big or too small for us. We pride ourselves on the long lasting relationships we have been able to establish with our clients.

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Depending on who’s doing the estimating, about 22,000 to 25,000 chimney fires happen each year in the United States. Given the fact that millions of Americans have fireplaces (and chimneys), that means chimney fires aren’t exactly common—but they’re not rare, either. Since they’re so dangerous, it’s important to take precautions to prevent them.

Wood fireplace inserts produce more heat without replacing the whole system. A fireplace installer can verify that you have a connector and chimney system to fit the wood-burning insert.

Gas fireplace inserts require less maintenance and are an efficient way to produce warmth. Some can also produce heat in the event of a power outage.

Electric fireplace inserts don't have a real open flame, so they produce flames that mimic a real fire surrounded by artificial logs with LED light. Many electric fireplace inserts produce heat from glowing elements while only using electricity.

A fireplace's lifespan varies significantly depending on its type, the quality of construction, the materials used, and how well it is maintained. On average, you can expect a fireplace to last between 10 and 30 years, with many homeowners experiencing major issues after about 20 years.

Here's a breakdown by type:

  • Gas Inserts: Typically last 10 to 25 years with proper maintenance.

  • Electric Fireplaces: Have a lifespan of up to 20 years.

  • Traditional Brick Fireplaces: Can last for centuries, but require ongoing maintenance and repairs, such as tuckpointing.

Wood is classified as either hardwood or softwood. For firewood, hardwoods are generally the best choice as they tend to burn longer, hotter, and produce less smoke than softwoods. Recommended hardwoods include oak, hickory, maple, cherry, ash, beech, birch, elm, and walnut. Oak is a particularly good option as it's widely available, slow-burning, and doesn't produce much smoke or sparks. Some woods, like oak, hickory, and cherry, also emit a pleasant scent. It is best to avoid softwoods such as eucalyptus, poplar, and willow, as they create a lot of smoke and have a high moisture content that makes them difficult to light and burn efficiently.

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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