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Q: Do I need a chimney cap?

• <div><p>Yes, a chimney cap is an excellent idea for several reasons. It prevents debris, rain, or snow from entering your chimney, which can cause moisture damage or blockages. A cap with a mesh screen also keeps animals like birds, squirrels, and bats from nesting in your chimney&mdash;or worse, getting into your abode. Additionally, chimney caps help prevent downdrafts, which can push smoke and harmful gases back into your home. Lastly, by installing a chimney cap, you will improve safety and enhance the overall efficiency of your fireplace. </p></div>

Q: Do you need a flue or chimney cap?

• <div><p>If you have a chimney, you need a flue or chimney cap. The right covering keeps rain, debris, and animals from getting into your flue or chimney and causing damage. A flue or chimney cap also provides fire protection. The mesh insert around the cap keeps sparks from flying out of the chimney and igniting leaves and other materials.</p></div>

Q: How difficult is it to remove a chimney?

• <div><p>Yes, removing a chimney is a difficult and major undertaking. Chimneys often provide structural support to a home, so if it's a load-bearing structure, you'll need to take extra precautions to maintain your home's integrity. A project of this complexity typically requires a structural engineer, a masonry contractor, and a demolition crew. The removal process may involve taking the chimney out brick by brick from inside the walls. The cost for chimney removal can range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the job's complexity. Due to the difficulty and cost, some homeowners opt to remove the fireplace and seal the chimney at the top and bottom, sometimes also removing the visible exterior portion at the roofline.</p></div>

Q: How do I safely dispose of fireplace ash?

• <div><p>Once your ashes have fully cooled, you can place them in a heavy-duty trash bag and put them into the bin with your normal trash. If you have wood ash, you can add the ash to your composting pile or sprinkle it over your grass or plants directly for added nutrients.</p></div>

Q: How do you control the flame on a pellet stove?

• <div><p>You can control the flame on a pellet stove by using a damper, often located on the back of the pellet stove. While the damper function varies by model, you can open the damper slightly to let in more air or close it slightly to provide less oxygen, with the ultimate goal of providing a steady flame.</p></div>

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Last update on December 04, 2023

Reviewed in December 2023
The owner and his son were extremely pleasant to work with! They not only covered any object that could possibly get dusty while adding insulation to our attic, but the owner also vacuumed entire room afterward and made sure we were happy with completed project before leaving. They rank right...
US Energy Savers
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Reviewed in November 2021
Did a great job with hanging my Christmas lights on my home. I highly recommend JP Construction for anything you need done.
JP Construction Contractor LLC
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Reviewed in January 2018
i called Vinny to build a fireplace mantle. He showed up the same day that I called him and started the next day. He does quality work and is very efficient with his time. I would highly recommend Vinny on any carpentry work.
Vinny's Construction
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Reviewed in August 2017
It was night and day difference in service and knowledge. There were several things that were occurring and service technician took time to show me and discuss effects. He cleaned the fireplace extremely well, replaced embers, corrected the air flow inlet and now I have the best fire I've had...
Fireplace and BBQ Center
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Reviewed in December 2016
Jack did an awesome job on our basement! We threw him a few curve balls with some complicated features and he delivered just what we imagined. We had an unfinished basement so he put in a family room with a stone fireplace and built a mantle; a bedroom with custom built bookshelves and barn...
Premier Renovations
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Reviewed in September 2016
Excellent in all aspects - arrived early, was very professional, gave lots of good advice on using the fireplace, recommended that I install a screen on the chimney cap to keep animals out.
4 SEASONS CHIMNEY SWEEP
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Reviewed in April 2015
I love it! It's beautiful! There was an issue with the tiles I wanted to use to replace the old, generic 12 x 12 ceramic tiles as my new tiles were mosiac but they were very thin (mother of pearl). Not near as thick as the existing ceramic tile.I decided to have Todd research the process of...
All Trades Construction and Maintenance Inc
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Reviewed in February 2015
They were the original company who installed my fireplace and I would use them again in the future.
Kohles & Bach Heating Cooling & Fireplaces
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Reviewed in October 2014
Went well. Once the basement was dug, everything moved along very quickly. Shannon pays attention to details and wants what is best for the client (homeowner). The room we added is being used as our primary family room. We included a fireplace and dry stack stone surround as the centerpiece...
Hammer Built LLC
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Reviewed in January 2014
Bill did a fantastic job with our kitchen backsplash. He is a true artist and craftsman. He has an eye for design and detail and makes sure everything is perfect and customer is happy. We were so pleased with his work that we will have him do our fireplace surround. He was highly recommended by...
Artisan Stone & Tile
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Cornerstone Masonry LLC

5.0(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Repair

Serving Adel, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John at Cornerstone Masonry did an outstanding job of replacing missing bricks and tuck pointing a very large area on my Polk Blvd all brick home. The work was top notch and makes this century old two story look like new. The quality of the work was excellent with attention to the smallest details. Punctuality and communication were excellent. The job was done on time and for the quoted amount. I am very satisfied with the finished product and I have hired them for another project."

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Anna Phillips

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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 Adel, IA and surrounding areas

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Im very good at what i do. Very friendly and reliable.

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Christensen Corrections

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+3 more

Serving Adel, IA and surrounding areas

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If you dream it I can design it and bring it to fruition

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Adel, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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Emergency services offered

"Everything is going great. Also added some other equipment such as app controlled door locks, etc."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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All Trades Construction and Maintenance Inc

4.9(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace - Repair

Serving Adel, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Todd came on the day & time scheduled and completed the work in our attic. Our problem was that we had condensation forming in the attic and draining through the ceiling fans into the bathrooms. This did not happen all the time so we are not sure the problem has been corrected but so far so good!"

Recommended by98%of homeowners

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Des Moines Area Roofing

4.8(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace - Repair

Serving Adel, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our roof went out during the large storm over the summer. We had leaks at several areas. I did five bids and Tim came in under most of the others. The work was done in two days."

Recommended by99%of homeowners

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Kirby's Moving Company

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+9 more

Serving Adel, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kirby's crew is absolutely amazing from start to finish! They help my aunt on short notice. Their attention to detail was on point. From having ramps, door covers, floor protection mats, mattress covers, bubble wrap, stretch wrap, and boxes on hand exceed all our expectations. Courteous, hard working, very efficient and professional service. We will be using them in the future!!!"

Recommended by87%of homeowners

Brick or Stone Fireplace - Repair

Serving Adel, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything about EJS Roofing was fantastic. The cost was where I didn't cry, they answered all my questions and some of those question were silly. They came in the morning and were done by end of day. We had a very dry summer so I waited until a good rain to see that after years of battle, I had no leaks None. Beautiful roof and garage roof. Very friendly.people. They also did a great job cleaning up, Not a nail or a tiny pieace of shingle to be found. I have given a number of people I know EJS's name..
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Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Dave's Chimney Sweeps

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

Serving Adel, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

We at Dave's Chimney Sweeps, pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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A Plus Air Duct Solutions

2.8(

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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 Adel, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

At A+ we provide services that will improve the indoor air quality and energy efficiency of your home! We are proud to offer you the best services for the best price. Studies show there are 2x-10x more pollutants inside your home than outside, that is why we have made providing you with a healthy home as our top priority! Contact us today so we can help improve the health and safety of your home!

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Yes, a chimney cap is an excellent idea for several reasons. It prevents debris, rain, or snow from entering your chimney, which can cause moisture damage or blockages. A cap with a mesh screen also keeps animals like birds, squirrels, and bats from nesting in your chimney—or worse, getting into your abode. Additionally, chimney caps help prevent downdrafts, which can push smoke and harmful gases back into your home. Lastly, by installing a chimney cap, you will improve safety and enhance the overall efficiency of your fireplace.

If you have a chimney, you need a flue or chimney cap. The right covering keeps rain, debris, and animals from getting into your flue or chimney and causing damage. A flue or chimney cap also provides fire protection. The mesh insert around the cap keeps sparks from flying out of the chimney and igniting leaves and other materials.

Yes, removing a chimney is a difficult and major undertaking. Chimneys often provide structural support to a home, so if it's a load-bearing structure, you'll need to take extra precautions to maintain your home's integrity. A project of this complexity typically requires a structural engineer, a masonry contractor, and a demolition crew. The removal process may involve taking the chimney out brick by brick from inside the walls. The cost for chimney removal can range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the job's complexity. Due to the difficulty and cost, some homeowners opt to remove the fireplace and seal the chimney at the top and bottom, sometimes also removing the visible exterior portion at the roofline.

Once your ashes have fully cooled, you can place them in a heavy-duty trash bag and put them into the bin with your normal trash. If you have wood ash, you can add the ash to your composting pile or sprinkle it over your grass or plants directly for added nutrients.

You can control the flame on a pellet stove by using a damper, often located on the back of the pellet stove. While the damper function varies by model, you can open the damper slightly to let in more air or close it slightly to provide less oxygen, with the ultimate goal of providing a steady flame.

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