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Q: What is the difference between a chimney cover and a chimney cap?

• <div><p>A chimney requires both a cover and a cap, but these parts often get confused with one another. A chimney cover seals the top of the chimney around the flue pipe to prevent water from entering the chimney. A chimney cap is a piece that sits above the flue to prevent animals, debris, and water from entering the flue. </p></div>

Q: Do you put smoke detectors in every room?

• <div><p>You don&rsquo;t have to put smoke detectors in every room. At a minimum, though, there should be one on every level of your home, one in every bedroom, and one in the hallways outside the bedrooms. If you have a floor without bedrooms, place a smoke detector in the living room or next to any stairs that lead to an upper level. Attics and basements should also have at least one smoke alarm.</p></div>

Q: How often do I need to have my private fire hydrant inspected and tested?

• <div><p>According to the <a href="https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/detail?code=25">National Fire Protection Association&rsquo;s</a> Code NFPA 25 (titled &ldquo;Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems&rdquo;), private fire hydrants must undergo inspection once per year, with an accompanying flow test and any necessary maintenance performed on the same schedule. Keep in mind that your town, city, or county may adopt more or less strict testing requirements. </p></div>

Q: Will a fire hydrant on my property affect my insurance premiums?

• <div><p>In most cases, having a fire hydrant installed on your property, whether it&rsquo;s maintained by you personally or your municipality, will reduce your insurance premiums. Its proximity to any buildings on the property will reduce the time it takes to put out a fire, thus reducing the resulting damage. </p></div>

Q: Are smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors the same?

• <div><p>No, but they both serve distinct life-saving purposes. Smoke detectors primarily sense the presence of smoke, typically caused by a fire, and emit loud alarms to alert occupants to evacuate. In contrast, carbon monoxide detectors monitor the levels of carbon monoxide gas, an odorless and colorless but deadly substance produced by incomplete combustion of fuels. When CO levels become dangerous, CO detectors sound alarms to warn inhabitants of potential poisoning risks. </p></div>

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Last update on July 17, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
In my opinion Dan is a conartist. His crew and him dont even know how to do what he says he does. For example. Was paid to remove a giant fire furnace. Never left. Had a ceiling fan replaced. Its half hanging off the ceiling. The lamenate flooring is held down by wood screws. And it didnt use...
RIDANS HOME MAINTENANCE
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Reviewed in August 2025
Residential, not a business. Had to constantly watch as shortcuts were the preferred method used. Only accepted cash payments. Left the job incomplete, with no communication or reason for the departure. Removed all of my purchased supply materials from my property and claimed as their...
Hall's Homes RE
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Reviewed in January 2025
Silas showed up a day earlier than expected and did the installation in the time estimated. The work area was neat and clean after the installation. The system is working as he promised at the time of this review. I am pleased with his work.
Maine Value Heat Pumps
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Reviewed in July 2024
Not to worry about anything, Carl can do it all plus can make great suggestions to help project come out better. Complete bathroom remodel done , tiled all walls and floor, installed toilet, new glass shower, washer/ dryer adjusted, cabinet doors, mirror, painting and new lighting. Came out...
Minks General Contracting
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Reviewed in July 2022
Matt is awesome. He does quality work for a fair price. He actually did two things for us on two separate days. Replaced our pressure tank (we're on well water) and then installed an outside water spigot for us as our house did not have one. I selected "water heater install" as that...
Royal Flush Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Refused to service our units because our home-based business is a Medical Cannabis dispensary. (They didn't have a problem taking our almost $10,000 when they installed the units and sold us a 12-year extended warranty!) Last week we set an appointment to have our units cleaned. When the tech...
Hometown Heat Pumps
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Reviewed in October 2021
Chris at B. Creative landscaping did a phenomenal job installing a retaining wall and path in my China Maine home. I would highly recommend his company for any stonework.
B. Creative Landscaping
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Reviewed in July 2021
Speedy install and a Q/A check the following day. GREAT. Nick also brought a Thank You Card and blueberry muffins. :)
Air Shield Heating & Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2021
We are so happy with our new metal roof installed by Horch roofing! I had even thought about going out the other night to look at it again with a flashlight, but my wife thought that was silly. “Morning will be here soon enough.” Such a fantastic crew. All work. No yakking. No music blaring...
Horch Roofing Inc
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Reviewed in January 2021
The generator was delivered when promised, and the installation went smoothly, even though there was a slight glitch in the fact a part sent with the generator was incorrect and the installers had to wait for the correct one. The price was exactly what I was quoted, and I would recommend Next...
Next Gen Electrical
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Clean Slate Home Services

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Serving Burnham, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"Josh did an excellent job installing an epoxy floor in our basement. I absolutely love it! Josh is a true professional and a pleasure to work with, polite, and answered any questions that we had. Communication was excellent and he kept us informed throughout the process. He is very true to his word, He was there when he said he would be and finished the job in the stated time frame."

Response time12 hrs

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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

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In business since 2022

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"Very great job and very nice!! Fixed toliet, and installed new faucets. He also adjusted the hot water heater thermostat"

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Shorey's Painting & Restorations

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Serving Burnham, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"He did a great job!"

Response time5 hrs

Response rate100%

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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"He came right away. Could not solve problems, but he showed us what is wrong. Now we need a locksmith. ( No locksmiths on angi)"

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Response time6 hrs

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Tyler Norris Handyman

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Serving Burnham, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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Small jobs welcome

"Excellent work installing window trim and completing a number of small repairs. Very pleasant, works quickly, and highly recommend."

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Response time2 days

Recommended by90%of homeowners

Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Burnham, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Great professional service. Explained everything answered my questions. The work was excellent. Cleaned up after they finished."

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"AG did a great job! I’m going to hire them for additional projects. Great service."

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Forrestworx llc

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We are a newly established, small business, offering an array of services from landscaping to carpentry, mechanical services, building, and fabrication. There’s no job that we will turn down. We complete jobs safely and efficiently. fully insured and we offer free estimates.

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HCC

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I am a motivated self employed individual, I have a high attention to detail and enjoy giving quality work for a fair price to build a call back relationship with customers.

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Cams Handyman Services

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My name is Cameron, I service the Hancock County, Maine area. I provide handyman and light carpentry services. I have knowledge and experience with mold issues, basement waterproofing and clean out services. I look forward to speaking and figuring out how I can take some worry off your plate.

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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

A chimney requires both a cover and a cap, but these parts often get confused with one another. A chimney cover seals the top of the chimney around the flue pipe to prevent water from entering the chimney. A chimney cap is a piece that sits above the flue to prevent animals, debris, and water from entering the flue.

You don’t have to put smoke detectors in every room. At a minimum, though, there should be one on every level of your home, one in every bedroom, and one in the hallways outside the bedrooms. If you have a floor without bedrooms, place a smoke detector in the living room or next to any stairs that lead to an upper level. Attics and basements should also have at least one smoke alarm.

According to the National Fire Protection Association’s Code NFPA 25 (titled “Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems”), private fire hydrants must undergo inspection once per year, with an accompanying flow test and any necessary maintenance performed on the same schedule. Keep in mind that your town, city, or county may adopt more or less strict testing requirements.

In most cases, having a fire hydrant installed on your property, whether it’s maintained by you personally or your municipality, will reduce your insurance premiums. Its proximity to any buildings on the property will reduce the time it takes to put out a fire, thus reducing the resulting damage.

No, but they both serve distinct life-saving purposes. Smoke detectors primarily sense the presence of smoke, typically caused by a fire, and emit loud alarms to alert occupants to evacuate. In contrast, carbon monoxide detectors monitor the levels of carbon monoxide gas, an odorless and colorless but deadly substance produced by incomplete combustion of fuels. When CO levels become dangerous, CO detectors sound alarms to warn inhabitants of potential poisoning risks.

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