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Q: Should you buy or build an outdoor fireplace?

• <div><p>Deciding whether to buy a prebuilt fireplace kit or build one from scratch comes down to aesthetics, available space, and budget. Many homeowners like the convenience and lower cost of prebuilt options&mdash;around <b>$1,500</b>&mdash;versus the involved planning and construction of a larger fireplace. Another bonus: you can usually move prebuilt units. Custom projects are more common when homeowners have access to a larger budget and more area in the yard to place the fireplace. </p></div>

Q: Do gas fireplaces burn a lot of gas?

• <div><p>Modern gas fireplaces are relatively efficient and don't burn excessive amounts of gas, especially compared to older models. A gas fireplace might use between 10,000 to 40,000 BTUs per hour; the total amount of gas used depends on the fireplace's size, heat output, and how often it's in use. To help keep your running costs down, consider using a thermostat and turning off the fireplace when not needed to minimize gas consumption</p></div>

Q: What is the life expectancy of a chimney?

• <div><p>A well-constructed and regularly maintained brick chimney can last 50 to 100 years, potentially spanning multiple generations of homeowners. The exact lifespan depends on the quality of construction, materials, local environment, and maintenance. In contrast, a metal chimney typically lasts 15 to 20 years. While the main structure is durable, individual components have shorter lifespans and require more frequent replacement. For example, mortar may need repointing every 20 to 30 years, chimney crowns last 50 to 75 years, and liners can last anywhere from 15 to 50 years depending on the material (e.g., stainless steel vs. cast-in-place).</p></div>

Q: How big should a fire pit be?

• <div><p>How big a fire pit should be depends on how many people you want to get around it on a regular basis, and how big your space is. The average fire pit size is between 36 and 44 inches. However, if you regularly host big gatherings and have the appropriate outdoor space, you can go as big as 72 inches.</p></div>

Q: Can you close off a fireplace?

• <div><p>Yes, you can close off a fireplace both temporarily and permanently with extremely wide price ranges. Temporary solutions involve fireplace plugs that can be inflated to block air and deflated to open the fireplace, covers, and boards. Permanent methods of shutting off fireplaces usually involve bricking up the fireplace or covering it with drywall. No matter the method, it&rsquo;s probably best to hire a professional.</p></div>

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Last update on December 11, 2025

Reviewed in December 2025
This was our second time using Artisan Outdoor Living and we couldn’t be more happy. Diego and Stan did a terrific job on the design giving us a spa like feeling while coordinated everything with our indoor space. Artisan pull the entire project together that had many different elements...
Artisan Outdoor Living
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Reviewed in September 2025
Our huge pine tree was hit by lightning and became a danger to our house. Tropical Family Tree Service came out cut the tree down, cleaned up the yard and left it looking terrific. Highly recommend, we will use them again in the future.
TROPICAL FAMILY TREE SERVICE.LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
Zack and Deak from S and W Painting did a fantastic job on painting the interior of our home. 🏠 I would highly recommend them for any kind of project you might need done. They were very polite and professional Very well pleased with their work.
S & W INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING LLC
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Reviewed in August 2025
I highly recommend Stover?s Tree Service! Owner-operator Brentan Stover is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and honest. He takes the time to explain everything clearly, and his pricing is very fair compared to others in the area. The work was done efficiently and with great attention to...
Stover's Tree and Landscape
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Reviewed in July 2025
My husband and I hired CoolVu to provide us with and install heat/glare reducing window film in our glassed-in lanai. Jay and Christina did an excellent job! They went above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that the job was done perfectly! They are highly skilled, helpful, and friendly. Our...
CoolVu of The Villages
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Reviewed in November 2023
Curt was on time, went right to work inspecting our chimney. It didn't need any cleaning. We are glad to get a good report and we trust Curt's knowledge. We are very pleased.
Breathe-EZ, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
This was a big project. We have 3 - 10'x 8' sliding patio doors, the doors are extremely heavy. All required new sliding hardware, and one set of doors was frozen in place. We had a set of tracks that was severely twisted and bent. Tal assessed the project and brought in his crew to help with...
Tal's Handyman
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Reviewed in March 2023
Dustin did an excellent job on my 2-story house. The soffits/eaves were covered with cocoons which are difficult to remove. There were piles of leaves & twigs on the roof. ALL GONE! Dustin is punctual, friendly and aims to please. GREAT job.
Willett Shine, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
Derrick Fausnight and his team (Justin & George) worked on our rental property to get it into amazing condition. After our renters destroyed the carpets, tile and walls, we looked for a company that could come in and make the property look beautiful again. We met with a few companies, but...
Derrick Fausnight Flooring
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Reviewed in May 2021
Repaired chimney. Did an excellent job and explained everything that they did. Would hire again. Great job.
DNA Masonry & Chimney Services
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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 Sumterville, 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

4.9(

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Sumterville, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Bright Airduct Cleaning & Chimney proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

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Recommended by24%of homeowners

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Bright Air Duct & Chimney

4.9(

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Sumterville, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

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%

306 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 Sumterville, 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%

49 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Sumterville, 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 Sumterville, 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 Sumterville, FL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Good job will hire again"

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brillant sparkle cleaning

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Sumterville, 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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Spark Cleaning

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

Serving Sumterville, FL and surrounding areas

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Hello, you can call me Rose, I take pride in providing reliable, detail-oriented cleaning services for your home. I have all cleaning supplies ready to make your house shine!\nI have experience keeping homes clean, organized and comfortable, always making sure every space feels fresh and welcoming.

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Apollo home services

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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 Sumterville, FL and surrounding areas

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Deciding whether to buy a prebuilt fireplace kit or build one from scratch comes down to aesthetics, available space, and budget. Many homeowners like the convenience and lower cost of prebuilt options—around $1,500—versus the involved planning and construction of a larger fireplace. Another bonus: you can usually move prebuilt units. Custom projects are more common when homeowners have access to a larger budget and more area in the yard to place the fireplace.

Modern gas fireplaces are relatively efficient and don't burn excessive amounts of gas, especially compared to older models. A gas fireplace might use between 10,000 to 40,000 BTUs per hour; the total amount of gas used depends on the fireplace's size, heat output, and how often it's in use. To help keep your running costs down, consider using a thermostat and turning off the fireplace when not needed to minimize gas consumption

A well-constructed and regularly maintained brick chimney can last 50 to 100 years, potentially spanning multiple generations of homeowners. The exact lifespan depends on the quality of construction, materials, local environment, and maintenance. In contrast, a metal chimney typically lasts 15 to 20 years. While the main structure is durable, individual components have shorter lifespans and require more frequent replacement. For example, mortar may need repointing every 20 to 30 years, chimney crowns last 50 to 75 years, and liners can last anywhere from 15 to 50 years depending on the material (e.g., stainless steel vs. cast-in-place).

How big a fire pit should be depends on how many people you want to get around it on a regular basis, and how big your space is. The average fire pit size is between 36 and 44 inches. However, if you regularly host big gatherings and have the appropriate outdoor space, you can go as big as 72 inches.

Yes, you can close off a fireplace both temporarily and permanently with extremely wide price ranges. Temporary solutions involve fireplace plugs that can be inflated to block air and deflated to open the fireplace, covers, and boards. Permanent methods of shutting off fireplaces usually involve bricking up the fireplace or covering it with drywall. No matter the method, it’s probably best to hire a professional.

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