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Chimney Experts
4.9(
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Repair+12 more

Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Al was fantastic! He clearly explained that my fireplace was shutting off as a safety feature due to low oxygen levels. He also reassembled the logs in the firebox and showed me the proper way to start and stop the fireplace. Highly recommend his service!"
Chimney Cap Installation
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Chimney Sweep Project

+36

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Top Notch LI Construction
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+1 more

Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had 2 fireplace flues sweeped and a flue insert installed on my furnace chimney. Great service. Thank you Mike and Scott."
Response time1 day
101 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Certified Chimney Service, Inc.
4.0(
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+5 more

Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Certified Chimney of Holtsville. A lightning strike caused damage to my chimney. I needed a new liner as well as a new cement crown and other work done to bring my chimney back up to snuff. The owner, Charles and his two associates (Christian and Christopher) did an outstanding job. They are extremely professional, neat and friendly. They completed the job quickly and the most important thing is that I was given a very decent price. If you need chimney work done, donâ t hesitate to call them."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
171 neighbors recently requested a quote
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North American Chimney & Gutter Corp.
4.3(
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Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace - Repair

Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thank you North American Chimney & Gutter Corp team for coming out to check and clean my chimney. We use our fireplace pretty regularly so I knew we needed to get someone out here soon to clean it out. It was very easy to schedule (and re-schedule) my appointment thanks to Amy. Marco and Micheal showed up early and was in and out very quickly. They left my fireplace in awesome condition and assured me that it was safe to use. These guys are the best punctual, and no pressure re: additional services. I would highly recommend!"
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Chimney Safe of CT, LLC
4.9(
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Saul was terrific! He was referred to me by a client that recommended his exceptional work. We had an emergency situation regarding our collapsed fireplace. He came out ASAP to assess the job and put us ahead of gua other clients due to its prompt attention needed. Would highly recommend this company. Very professional, intelligent, thorough and the price was fair. We will be yaing this company in the spring to rebuild our fireplace!!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ben's Masonry LLC
4.6(
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install

Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ben and his team get a solid 5 stars. They just completed a 17x20 Bluestone terrace, extended the coping around my pool with bluestone and built a beautiful custom fireplace. Very professional, great craftsmanship and reasolonable price. I interviewed three masons for the job and I am sure I picked the right one. Very pleased!"
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Pati, Fire Pit and Grill

+16

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

A fireplace can increase a home's value by as much as 12%, with some reports indicating that homes with fireplaces list for around 13% more than the median sale price. Fireplaces are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, adding a charm that many homebuyers find desirable. The actual return on investment depends on the fireplace's size, type, and material.

However, a fireplace can detract from a property's value if it is unusable, not up to code, or in need of immediate repairs. The type of fireplace also matters; custom electric fireplaces and inserts can add value, while freestanding units that can be removed have less impact.

Costs range from $1,000 to $5,000, depending on the model, labor, and venting requirements.

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.

Sometimes chimney caps blow off during storms or fall off after rusting away. While this typically won’t cause structural damage, failing to replace a chimney cap can. A chimney cap prevents moisture, animals, and debris from entering your chimney, all of which can cause serious problems, such as damage to the masonry or blockages in the flue.

It’s possible to clean your chimney by accessing it from the opening above your fireplace, but be aware that this method is messier because you will be pulling loose buildup of soot, ash, and creosote into your fireplace instead of up, out, and onto the roof. While the bottom-up method can cause more of a mess, it’s a good option if you’re not comfortable getting on the roof.

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