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Q: What uses the most gas in a house?

• <div><p>In homes that have a gas furnace, it's typically the heating system that uses the most gas. That explains why your gas bill is almost always higher in the winter and other colder months than it is in the summer. Other appliances that may use gas include your water heater, clothes dryer, and stove.</p></div>

Q: What happens if your chimney cap falls off?

• <div><p>Sometimes chimney caps blow off during storms or fall off after rusting away. While this typically won&rsquo;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. </p></div>

Q: What are the cleanest woods to burn in a fireplace?

• <div><p>Well-seasoned hardwoods like oak, maple, hickory, and ash are the cleanest woods to burn in a fireplace. When properly dried, these woods have low moisture content, allowing them to burn hotter and produce less smoke, which minimizes creosote buildup. Ensure the wood is seasoned for at least six months for optimal burning.</p></div>

Q: What wood should not be burned?

• <div><p>While hardwoods are the best woods to burn, a few types of woods should be avoided when burning. Wood that has not had time to season, or &ldquo;green wood,&rdquo; should be avoided. The extra water in the wood makes it smoke horribly, which is not a quality you want. Additionally, it&rsquo;s best to avoid any wood that is manufactured or has been treated, including coated or sealed wood, painted wood, or pressure-treated wood. These woods have chemicals that will be released into your air when burned and can cause health problems.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain my oil-fired chimney?

• <div><p>Annual inspections, soot removal, and clean-burning fuel help maintain a safe and efficient chimney.</p></div>

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Last update on January 07, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
REPLACE A GFI 2 SWITCHES FOR $175 EACH + I HAD 3 - OUTRAGEOUS PRICE QUOTE + OFFERED ANALYSIS WITH A 5 YEAR WARRANTY FOR FP THEY WANTED TO CHARGE ME $500 + SAID THEY NEVER WORKED ON A FIREPLACE B4. I FEEL LIKE I PAID FOR AN ANSWERING SERVICE, AN OWNER, + 1 ELECTRICIAN.
WireOne, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2025
We asked Stud to build us a laundry room and to completely redo our living room fireplace wall. I showed them pictures and examples, explained what I liked and didn’t. They were ready with ideas and suggestions. When we hit a snafu with our old fireplace, they worked a great deal to find a...
Stud Improvements
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Reviewed in March 2024
Omer called me instantly after seeing my post late and night and I was able to get my tv mounted above my stone fireplace the next day. I didn't trust myself to drill into the stone and Best Buy's Geek Squad was super expensive so it was a pleasure to get Omer to come install at a reasonable...
Smart Homes Security and IT Services
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Reviewed in October 2019
I recently moved and needed the gas fireplace checked out. The technician who came out was able to work on my Heatilator fireplace; when other fireplace service companies were unable to assist. He cleaned the glass, lit the pilot and educated me on proper use.
Kohles & Bach Heating Cooling & Fireplaces
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Reviewed in December 2018
He didn't know how to get to the chimney pipe from the fireplace. The fireplace is high-efficiency. He didn't have any ladders to clean the chimney pipe or the chimney cap. He finally told me he was too old to understand my fireplace or climb ladders. He did show up on time for the appointment....
4 SEASONS CHIMNEY SWEEP
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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 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 January 2014
Jeff and Fran (his assistant) were both fantastic. They were punctual, easy to have in the house, answered all of my questions/concerns, and got the job done as promised. The doors are very heavy solid wood, and they took them to Jeff's shop to paint them. They turned out beautifully, and...
Jeff Smith Painting LLC
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Cornerstone Masonry LLC

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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you\n

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Christensen Corrections

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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

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

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All Trades Construction and Maintenance Inc

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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Overall it went well. With any project in a home, one runs into a few glitches, but were taken care of. Had good suggestions for updates at reasonable costs. Hired 3rd party contractors that did quality work. Received positive comments."

Recommended by98%of homeowners

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Des Moines Area Roofing

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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"From the beginning to the end we had excellent customer service. Jan, office manager, kept us informed every day on the progress of the job. The owner, Tim, was very courteous, informative, and easy to work with. The last day finishing up the skylight the derecho hit and they worked quickly and safely to remove the equipment off the property. I'm sure they remember that day! The crew on the roof were excellent and they were meticulous in the final clean-up stage. We are pleased with our new skylights!"

Recommended by99%of homeowners

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Kirby's Moving Company

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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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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

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"This is a very professional organization.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Dave's Chimney Sweeps

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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"He has been doing work on my buildings for the past 30 years and has always done right by me! He's very responsive, has excellent value for the money, is professional, courteous, and gets done in a timely manor!"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

"Max and Eddy did a fantastic job. They were on time and even did some extra dirt work that wasn’t in their quote. Will use them again for more landscaping work."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"Martin Lopez did an excellent job on the egress window. Install quickly and great quality. He went beyond by moving the dirt dug out to another part of the foundation that needed built up. Next he will be doing an old brick fireplace repair (inside the house) for us. Recommend him and great small business. Bilingual a plus for many."

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Supreme Lawn & Landscape Inc

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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

"Jamie and his crew are outstanding. This is the second home that we’ve had Jamie’s company do the entire landscaping. The plants he used were healthy and much larger than I had expected. Fantastic job and service! Teresa Laird"

Recommended by74%of homeowners

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

In homes that have a gas furnace, it's typically the heating system that uses the most gas. That explains why your gas bill is almost always higher in the winter and other colder months than it is in the summer. Other appliances that may use gas include your water heater, clothes dryer, and stove.

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.

Well-seasoned hardwoods like oak, maple, hickory, and ash are the cleanest woods to burn in a fireplace. When properly dried, these woods have low moisture content, allowing them to burn hotter and produce less smoke, which minimizes creosote buildup. Ensure the wood is seasoned for at least six months for optimal burning.

While hardwoods are the best woods to burn, a few types of woods should be avoided when burning. Wood that has not had time to season, or “green wood,” should be avoided. The extra water in the wood makes it smoke horribly, which is not a quality you want. Additionally, it’s best to avoid any wood that is manufactured or has been treated, including coated or sealed wood, painted wood, or pressure-treated wood. These woods have chemicals that will be released into your air when burned and can cause health problems.

Annual inspections, soot removal, and clean-burning fuel help maintain a safe and efficient chimney.

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