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Q: Do all wood-burning fireplaces have an ash pit?

• <div><p>Some homes with wood-burning fireplaces don't have ash pits due to design choices, construction practices, or the age of the house. Many older abodes don't have them because ash pits weren't a standard feature when they were built. Additionally, in smaller homes or homes with less frequent fireplace use, builders might have opted to forgo an ash pit to reduce costs or simplify maintenance. </p></div>

Q: Is a fireplace the same as a firepit or outdoor oven?

• <div><p>A fireplace is, by definition, an enclosed space where you burn wood or other fuel for the purpose of generating light and heat. A firepit burns wood and is much less expensive to build, but they aren&rsquo;t technically a fireplace as it isn&rsquo;t enclosed. An outdoor oven&mdash;commonly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-build-outdoor-pizza-oven.htm">outdoor brick pizza ovens</a>&mdash;often uses wood as fuel, but its primary purpose is to cook food, and you&rsquo;d rarely just burn wood inside them for warmth or aesthetic reasons. </p></div>

Q: Are pellet stoves safer than wood stoves?

• <div><p>Pellet stoves are safer than wood stoves in many ways. They don&rsquo;t produce as many creosote deposits as wood stoves do, they create less smoke, and the flames are contained, decreasing the risk of any sparks or embers creating a house fire. Pellet stoves also burn more cleanly and efficiently than wood stoves do.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of these stoves?

• <div><p>Stoves provide efficient heating, reduce energy costs, and add ambiance to living spaces.</p></div>

Q: Why does my fireplace glass turn black so fast?

• <div><p>If there&rsquo;s a draft within your fireplace, it can lead to a weakening of its flame. And when the fire burns the wood, it won&rsquo;t burn effectively, resulting in a build up of soot and smoke. If you notice this happening, you&rsquo;ll want to inspect the glass to see where the draft is getting in. You can also hire a fireplace repair pro to do the work for you. </p></div>

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Last update on August 07, 2023

Reviewed in August 2023
I highly HIGHLY recommend using Jay and his team for any home renovation projects. He completely replaced the flooring in my entire house, including tile, fireplace work, premium vinyl wood flooring. He does plumbing and his finished master bathrooms are unreal, as he is an expert with more...
Comet Renovations
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Reviewed in November 2015
Hired for complete back yard project, pavers, outdoor fireplace and seat wall, pergola and landscape. Great professional design and wonderful to work with from start to finish. Crew very professional and respects your property and neighbors. Would highly recommend for any outdoor needs, they...
M.G. Landscape & Irrigation Contractors
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Reviewed in April 2014
Ordered item in store. Salesman was super helpful, he came to the house to measure and then ordered. The item arrived exactly in the one month time frame I was told. Installation was timely, the installer was efficient and left no trace he was here other than my new fireplace doors!!
Colliers Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in May 2013
This is the absolutely the best tree service! We had a 60 - 70 foot dead wild cherry that had to be taken out. It was on a hill, endangering our home and the neighbors. It was in a place that would not allow a truck to be brought in. Mark and his crew arrived and immediately set to work...
Beaver Dam Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2013
Very happy with stairs and fence; fireplace repair was a life-safety issue, other work was nice to do and completed professionally <br />
Bt&C Construction
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Reviewed in August 2010
The guys from Maximum Chimney Services, Inc. got the job done quickly! They also provided some helpful advice about my water heater floo and fireplace maintenance tips! The price was reasonable for a job I could not do myself and alleviating any safety hazards caused by dirty fireplaces!...
Maximum Chimney Services, Inc.
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Old Smokey's Fireplace & Chimney

4.7(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Install+12 more

Serving Cromwell, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Workman called beforehand and arrived on time. Took fireplace apart, thoroughly cleaned and inspected it. Explained what was wrong and what he did to fix it.

Very helpful and professional."

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+7 more

Serving Cromwell, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The workers and office staff were easy to talk to, well informed, courteous , and efficient. They performed a thorough inspection. Recommended and installed a stainless liner and cap for the furnace flue and a new damper on the fireplace flue. Their price was better than previous quotes and even set up a partial payment plan. I am very pleased with the work they did."

Response time1 hour

Response rate99%

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install

Serving Cromwell, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At B&B brothers masonry, we pride our community on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work in progress. We look forward to earning your business!

+17

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Install+3 more

Serving Cromwell, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Shamrock Chimney is a leading provider of chimney inspection, cleaning, and repair services. With a commitment to safety and customer satisfaction, our experienced team offers comprehensive solutions for maintaining and enhancing the functionality of your chimney system. We utilize the latest techniques and equipment to ensure that your home remains safe and comfortable. At Shamrock Chimney, we pride ourselves on our professionalism, integrity, and dedication to fostering lasting relationships with our clients.

+28

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

8 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Rick Neff Masonry

New to Angi

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Install+1 more

Serving Cromwell, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are a three generation family ran business that specializes in all things Masonry. We are happy to give free quotes and offer advice on what you are looking for.

16 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Clean Force Power Washing LLC

5.0(

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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 Cromwell, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Commercial and residential cleaning and power washing

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One pass masters

New to Angi

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

Serving Cromwell, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Very hard working individual looking to subcontract work and make people some money and bring new jobs to housekeepers and cleaners daily

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C&l Contractor

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplace

Serving Cromwell, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Good service, insurance!

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Tough touch cleaning

New to Angi

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

Serving Cromwell, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Here's your letter, ready to post:\n\n---\n\n**Professional Cleaning Services — Commercial & Residential**\n\nHello,\n\nI'm Chantana, and I've been providing professional cleaning services for over 15 years. If you need a cleaner you can count on, I'd love to earn your business.\n\n**Services include:**\n- Regular residential cleaning (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly)\n- Deep cleans\n- Move-in / move-out cleaning\n- Office and commercial space cleaning\n\nI'm dependable, thorough, and I treat every home and business like it's my own. Fair pricing, flexible scheduling, and free estimates.\n\n**Call or text me anytime: 5747425998**\n\nThank you for considering me — I look forward to working with you.

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Jadyn Melching

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplace

Serving Cromwell, IN and surrounding areas

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I am a hard worker with multiple cleaning references, and I am eager to do the most I can in the time I am given. I am just a young person trying to use my skills to make some extra money to make ends meet.

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Some homes with wood-burning fireplaces don't have ash pits due to design choices, construction practices, or the age of the house. Many older abodes don't have them because ash pits weren't a standard feature when they were built. Additionally, in smaller homes or homes with less frequent fireplace use, builders might have opted to forgo an ash pit to reduce costs or simplify maintenance.

A fireplace is, by definition, an enclosed space where you burn wood or other fuel for the purpose of generating light and heat. A firepit burns wood and is much less expensive to build, but they aren’t technically a fireplace as it isn’t enclosed. An outdoor oven—commonly outdoor brick pizza ovens—often uses wood as fuel, but its primary purpose is to cook food, and you’d rarely just burn wood inside them for warmth or aesthetic reasons.

Pellet stoves are safer than wood stoves in many ways. They don’t produce as many creosote deposits as wood stoves do, they create less smoke, and the flames are contained, decreasing the risk of any sparks or embers creating a house fire. Pellet stoves also burn more cleanly and efficiently than wood stoves do.

Stoves provide efficient heating, reduce energy costs, and add ambiance to living spaces.

If there’s a draft within your fireplace, it can lead to a weakening of its flame. And when the fire burns the wood, it won’t burn effectively, resulting in a build up of soot and smoke. If you notice this happening, you’ll want to inspect the glass to see where the draft is getting in. You can also hire a fireplace repair pro to do the work for you.

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