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Q: What factors influence the duration of an oil-fired chimney cleaning?

• <div><p>Most cleanings take 1-3 hours, but extensive soot buildup or liner damage may require additional time.</p></div>

Q: Does vinegar work to clean a stone fireplace?

• <div><p>If you would rather use vinegar to clean the stone fireplace instead of dish soap, this mixture should work fine. Vinegar is slightly acidic, however, so it may etch some kinds of stone without quite a bit of diluting. For a stone fireplace, dilute it to about one cup of vinegar for every gallon of hot water. It&rsquo;s a smart idea to test the diluted mixture in an inconspicuous area of the fireplace and watch for etching. You can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/six-clever-ways-clean-vinegar.htm">use vinegar to clean</a> quite a few different items around your home, and it&rsquo;s especially good at removing stains.</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 much more is house insurance with a wood stove?

• <div><p>Home insurance prices depend on where you live and the individual insurance company's policies. Some insurers charge a flat fee for fireplaces or wood-burning stoves, which is often a few hundred dollars per year. Other insurers base this fee on a percentage of your annual premium. You may want to check your current or prospective policy before beginning this project.</p></div>

Q: What preventative measures can reduce the risk of fire or smoke damage?

• <div><p>Maintain smoke alarms, ensure safe electrical and cooking practices, and regularly clean chimneys to minimize fire or smoke hazards.</p></div>

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Last update on October 18, 2023

Reviewed in October 2023
They resurfaced a brick fireplace with stone and replaced the mantle. Worked non stop all day, cleaned up beautifully. Very professional and personable. The fireplace looks beautiful as well as the mantle. I will use them again in the future, HIGHLY recommend.
Mountain Road Interiors
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Reviewed in March 2023
Promptly responded. I wish I had checked it before paying and specified how I would have like things more. I had asked stump left but didn’t think it would be that high (I know it’s easier to pull it out but I don’t plan on doing that. Also, some of the firewood could have been cut a little...
New England Site Works
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Reviewed in October 2021
Another great job just completed by John and Danny! We are return customers and this time our project involved a renovation of our TV room, including a refurbishing of our brick fireplace, laying of new flooring and a complete repainting. As is often the case with Carenzo R & R, the job came...
Carenzo Remodel & Repair
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Reviewed in September 2017
All the crew were friendly and polite. The owner was very informative about the past and future of my chimney, showed me everything about the flue, brought be up to speed since I've never had a fireplace and explained things very well. Most impressively, I decided to go with a chimney cap and...
SuperiorAir Duct Cleaning
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Reviewed in August 2017
Tim and his associate were outstanding, diligent, and attentive to their work. Tim was incredibly flexible with my (the customer's) busy schedule, explained everything thoroughly, and was extremely knowledgeable about the product lines and services available. Moreover, their execution of...
Five Star Ventilation
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Reviewed in April 2017
We moved into a new home with three zones heated by propane and a fireplace. It was a real challenge to get the house comfortable. Gary and his crew did a stellar job installing minisplits and a more sophisticated WIFI thermostat system. Gary walked us through the process, with the right sizing,...
Wilson Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2017
I had two repair companies come and give me a price. Ace was the best price with no frills. He explained what he needed to do with no extras. When they were done, they explained that there wasn't as much work to repair as they initially thought, so they adjusted their price accordingly....
ACE CHIMNEY SWEEPS
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Reviewed in August 2016
I just had three fireplaces cleaned and maintained by 5 Star, and the care and the attention (knowledge and expertise!) was just as great as it was 4 years ago when I met Kevin to do another building of mine. I was so glad to know Kevin and his crew are still in the fireplace business. I would...
5 Star Ventilation
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Reviewed in October 2015
Fantastic. <br /> Technician was friendly, personable and polite. Communication was great-- he walked me through what he was going to do before he started the work. Along the way he explained terms and educated me about proper upkeep and usage of our fireplace. Everything was clean and...
The Superior Chimney Sweep Co
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Reviewed in February 2015
Britt did an excellent job with our carpet patch job. We had several odd spots from a fireplace remodel that you can hardly tell are patched. Very pleased with his quality work!!!
Helix Carpet Repair
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Repair+12 more

Serving Hadley, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Al was fantastic! He clearly explained that my fireplace was shutting off as a safety feature due to low oxygen levels. He also reassembled the logs in the firebox and showed me the proper way to start and stop the fireplace. Highly recommend his service!"

+36

Response time4 days

Response rate100%

34 neighbors recently requested a quote

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairPre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Non-Gas) - Repair+2 more

Serving Hadley, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am too happy with the work I do MC briens Fire Flue my fireplace needed a fix and in reality they are experts in what they do 10/10 thanks to Omar for your incredible performance !!"

+19

Response time9 hrs

Response rate100%

28 neighbors recently requested a quote

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+2 more

Serving Hadley, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Your Chimney Doctor is committed to excellence in every aspect of our\nbusiness. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty,\nand personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service\nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of\nour trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals.\nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their\nconcerns the basis of our business.

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

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5 Star Chimney Service

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Hadley, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean and Alan were good. They pointed and flashed the chimney the same day and left."

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+2 more

Serving Hadley, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin and Anthony cleaned the fireplace chimney and repair the fireplace. They both were experts in their knowledge of chimneys and fireplaces. They were both very friendly and polite. I would recommend the Shamrock Chimney Company and I would definitely hire them again."

+73

Response time4 hrs

Response rate99%

21 neighbors recently requested a quote

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Hadley, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AN Masonry was skilled, efficient, prompt, and overall a joy to work with."

+100

Response time3 hrs

Response rate92%

42 neighbors recently requested a quote

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Hadley, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Moreau Boas actually tore down my chimney from the roofline and up and did an outstanding job. Their quote was fair, their work was excellent, they finished the job on time and within budget, and they had a wonderful crew. One of the crew - Richard Gentry went out of his way to ensure the site was perfectly cleaned and spotless after the work was completed. I will gladly use them in the future for my roof and masonry needs."

Response time1 day

Response rate86%

16 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Master Chimney Sweepers

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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 Hadley, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Credit card accepted

Master Chimney Sweepers is Massachusetts' premier chimney cleaning company. We proudly serve Natick and its surrounding areas. Call today to set up an appointment with our staff. We look forward to your call.

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Fernandez and España LLC

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 Hadley, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

😃Ready to work. With the best possible attitude and the appropriate tools—whatever you wish to transport—and with the utmost safety.🫡

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The Eagles LLC

New to Angi

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

Serving Hadley, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

The Eagles are specialized in Masonry and Waterproofing. The Eagles Focus on New Buildings, Repairs, Designs, Extensions, demolitions, Etc. We Provide work related to bricks, chimneys, retaining walls, veneer stone, blue stone, granite stone, pavers, Asphalt driveways, concrete slab, basement foundations, patio, decking, fencing, cinder block walls and snow removal. We also provide free estimates for any project around Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Please give us a call or mail at any time to provide an appointment or meeting to your location to provide an instant estimate or for building any designs. \n

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Most cleanings take 1-3 hours, but extensive soot buildup or liner damage may require additional time.

If you would rather use vinegar to clean the stone fireplace instead of dish soap, this mixture should work fine. Vinegar is slightly acidic, however, so it may etch some kinds of stone without quite a bit of diluting. For a stone fireplace, dilute it to about one cup of vinegar for every gallon of hot water. It’s a smart idea to test the diluted mixture in an inconspicuous area of the fireplace and watch for etching. You can use vinegar to clean quite a few different items around your home, and it’s especially good at removing stains.

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.

Home insurance prices depend on where you live and the individual insurance company's policies. Some insurers charge a flat fee for fireplaces or wood-burning stoves, which is often a few hundred dollars per year. Other insurers base this fee on a percentage of your annual premium. You may want to check your current or prospective policy before beginning this project.

Maintain smoke alarms, ensure safe electrical and cooking practices, and regularly clean chimneys to minimize fire or smoke hazards.

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