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Q: What is the best wood stove to heat the whole house?

• <div><p>To ensure your wood stove heats the whole house, measure the square footage of your home and choose a wood stove designed to heat that amount of space. More efficient wood stoves, such as those made of soapstone or those with catalytic combustors, can more easily heat larger spaces for less money. </p></div>

Q: What is a dummy chimney?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re looking for a cost-effective alternative to a traditional chimney, consider having a dummy chimney installed. Dummy chimneys can either be aesthetic-only or fully functional and can be installed on both new and older homes. Whether installed to match your neighborhood&rsquo;s aesthetic or to vent your chimney, dummy chimneys are made out of a Glass-Reinforced Plastic (GRP) core, then covered with brick or stone slips to look like a traditional chimney.</p></div>

Q: Is a fireplace hearth necessary?

• <div><p>A fireplace hearth is necessary in most areas per building codes, especially for gas and wood-burning fireplaces. Electric fireplaces may not require a hearth, so check local building codes or ask a pro for guidance if you&rsquo;re leaning toward electric. A fireplace hearth can decrease the risk of flying embers creating a fire and burning your home down. That&rsquo;s why fireproof material, like tile, is used for the hearth.</p></div>

Q: How long does a fireplace last?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>Here's a breakdown by type:</p><ul><li><p><b>Gas Inserts:</b> Typically last 10 to 25 years with proper maintenance.</p></li><li><p><b>Electric Fireplaces:</b> Have a lifespan of up to 20 years.</p></li><li><p><b>Traditional Brick Fireplaces:</b> Can last for centuries, but require ongoing maintenance and repairs, such as tuckpointing.</p></li></ul></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of a gas fireplace insert?

• <div><p>For many people, the primary disadvantage of a gas fireplace insert is that it doesn&rsquo;t look or smell like a classic wood-burning fire. Additionally, the labor costs of installing a gas insert are higher than some other <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-fireplace-inserts.htm">types of fireplace inserts</a>, including electric and pellet inserts. There are also limitations on where you can install ventless gas fireplaces because they&rsquo;re banned in certain places (including California).</p></div>

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Last update on January 11, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
Absolutely fantastic. Professional, neat, tidy, attention to detail, smart. I cannot say enough good things about this man. He installed an 1800 cast iron fireplace mantle perfectly!
Lucas Stephen
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Reviewed in March 2025
Went well, they did a beautiful job. Painted our living & dining room. Also made a wood wall for fireplace and tv.
Hedrite Inc
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Reviewed in July 2023
The mother and daughter team Lasandra and Laura went over and aboveâ ¦they even vacuumed my outside rug on the patio. Cleaned inside refrigerator and my entire house sparkles like new!!! I have used other services but this is by far the best and the rates are great too!!! I highly recommend them!
All About Home Cleaning
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Reviewed in May 2021
Did a great job and took time to help educate us how to use a fireplace since we had never had one before.
A Sweep Across The Bay, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2021
Very professional and friendly. They did a beautiful job and explained what I needed to do in the future. I will certainly use them for all my fireplace cleaning.
Silver Lining Home Improvements, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2020
Marty is a pleasure to work with. He is professional, accurate and arrived on time. I never had a fireplace before and he was easy to talk to about questions. He made me feel confident to use our fireplace safely. Really glad we chose to work with Marty. A seamless experience.
A Chimney Sweep & More, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2018
Very pleased with Breathe-EZ... Curt was extremely knowledgeable and professional and now our fireplace is ready for winter!
Breathe-EZ, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2018
Wes and Mike were professional. Assessed the problem and solved the issue with our fireplace. I was satisfied and recommended them to my daughter who had the same issue with her fireplace. She hired them and had her issue resolved the same day as me. She was equally satisfied with their...
Atlanta Chimney & Fireplace
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Reviewed in January 2016
<p>They are true professionals. Manny was very courteous and really listened to what I wanted done. He will do everything you want as much as possible, but also knows all about trees and worries about the health, appearance, and if necessary, permit limitations--so you don't have to. Prices...
Stutzman Brothers Tree Service
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Reviewed in January 2016
We checked all over for a good but economical stucco and paint contractor. Anicette Stucco was the right choice! They replaced a lot of bad wood with our old wood siding (25+ years) and stuccoed the upper 1/2 story, including a tall fireplace chimney. They pressure washed the house, primed the...
Anicette Stucco, LLC
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyPre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Non-Gas) - Repair+2 more

Serving Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Curt stayed in touch, arrived on time and did a great job. The re-built fireplace looks like new and the work was done cleanly with great care to protect the area around the fireplace."

Response time7 hrs

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Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Bright Air Duct & Chimney

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can confidently say that I'll stick with this chimney service - they're simply the best!"

Response time5 hrs

Response rate98%

331 neighbors recently requested a quote

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JDL Builders of America LLC

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Install+2 more

Serving Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had a great experience with JDL builders. Courteous, on time and reasonable priced.Thank you JDL builders."

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Chimney Sweep Pros, LLC

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a gas fireplace

Serving Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Chimney Sweep Pros LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

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Response time40 mins

Response rate100%

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

Serving Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

From cleaning to repairs to new installations, the Chimney Experts can do it!\nVeterans & senior discounts!\n100% customer satisfaction guaranteed!

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Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Excellent service and high quality workmanship by Rick. He torn down my collapsed garage ceiling and replaced the drywall using screws tape mud to fill and 1/2 drywall. 5/8 if you request. Sanded and painted. What a difference! Easy to work with and his estimates are fair and highly competitive."

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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 Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Good job will hire again"

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Russell Holdren

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Gas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - InstallGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - RepairPre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Gas) - Repair+1 more

Serving Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas

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I grew up in a home where we grew our own food, repaired our own property and equipmentand lived a self sufficient life. I have a career background in construction, 20 plus years in renovation, tenant improvement, and ground up. I'm your jack of all trades. I'll trim your trees, clean up, repair and replace whatever needs attention.

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brillant sparkle cleaning

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Here's a shorter version that's perfect for an Angi profile:\n\n**Brilliant Sparkle Cleaning** provides reliable residential and commercial cleaning services throughout Lakeland and Central Florida. We specialize in routine cleaning, deep cleaning, move-in/move-out cleaning, Airbnb turnovers, office cleaning, home organization, and light handyman services. We are committed to quality, attention to detail, dependable service, and customer satisfaction. Whether you need a one-time clean or recurring service, we'll leave your home or business fresh, spotless, and sparkling. ✨\n\n

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Pro Services Florida Central, LLC

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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 Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas

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Retired Union Carpenter from the NE. Skilled in specialty construction. Pleasant and friendly to work with. Very helpful and very knowledgeable.

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

To ensure your wood stove heats the whole house, measure the square footage of your home and choose a wood stove designed to heat that amount of space. More efficient wood stoves, such as those made of soapstone or those with catalytic combustors, can more easily heat larger spaces for less money.

If you’re looking for a cost-effective alternative to a traditional chimney, consider having a dummy chimney installed. Dummy chimneys can either be aesthetic-only or fully functional and can be installed on both new and older homes. Whether installed to match your neighborhood’s aesthetic or to vent your chimney, dummy chimneys are made out of a Glass-Reinforced Plastic (GRP) core, then covered with brick or stone slips to look like a traditional chimney.

A fireplace hearth is necessary in most areas per building codes, especially for gas and wood-burning fireplaces. Electric fireplaces may not require a hearth, so check local building codes or ask a pro for guidance if you’re leaning toward electric. A fireplace hearth can decrease the risk of flying embers creating a fire and burning your home down. That’s why fireproof material, like tile, is used for the hearth.

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.

For many people, the primary disadvantage of a gas fireplace insert is that it doesn’t look or smell like a classic wood-burning fire. Additionally, the labor costs of installing a gas insert are higher than some other types of fireplace inserts, including electric and pellet inserts. There are also limitations on where you can install ventless gas fireplaces because they’re banned in certain places (including California).

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