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Chimney Guys

289 Exeter Road
4.50(
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•Approved Pro

Chimney Guys

289 Exeter Road
4.50(
14
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

With years of experience serving the Bangor, ME area, Chimney Guys is your solution for all your chimney needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction is guaranteed!

"Great group to work with!"

Jason T on May 2023

With years of experience serving the Bangor, ME area, Chimney Guys is your solution for all your chimney needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction is guaranteed!

"Great group to work with!"

Jason T on May 2023

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Hall tile

694 Brighton Rd
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Hall tile

694 Brighton Rd
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40 years of experience

Installation of ceramic,porcelain, marble tiles. Residential and commercial. 35 years experience. Design consultation. Servicing new england.

Installation of ceramic,porcelain, marble tiles. Residential and commercial. 35 years experience. Design consultation. Servicing new england.

Jim Brann General Contractor

38 Farrs Road
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Jim Brann General Contractor

38 Farrs Road
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45 years of experience

Jim Brann General Contractor can supply all of your building needs. With over 30 years experience in fine home building, earthwork, Foundations and Jim is a Master Electrician, Master Plumber and Master Oil Burner Tech with an unlimited license. One stop for all your construction needs saves you money!

Jim Brann General Contractor can supply all of your building needs. With over 30 years experience in fine home building, earthwork, Foundations and Jim is a Master Electrician, Master Plumber and Master Oil Burner Tech with an unlimited license. One stop for all your construction needs saves you money!

Hearth Services by Donald Jacob Inc

PO Box 288
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Hearth Services by Donald Jacob Inc

PO Box 288
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24 years of experience

Hearth Services has been in business since 2001. We offer clean and dependable services. We specialize in chimney sweeping, wood stove installations and stainless steel chimney liners and chimney caps.

Hearth Services has been in business since 2001. We offer clean and dependable services. We specialize in chimney sweeping, wood stove installations and stainless steel chimney liners and chimney caps.

Super Sweep Chimney Sweep Services

Spruce Ln.
5.00(
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Super Sweep Chimney Sweep Services

Spruce Ln.
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Fully Owner Operated.A partnership, 30yrs. Servicing Seacoast. Extremely competitive rates.

"I’m very impressed with the service and knowledge of Super Sweep. They came out on-time and gave me an honest assessment of my chimney and provided me with sound recommendations. They did only what was needed , not what they could have done to drive up the cost. Over the years I’ve lowered my expectations when it comes to customer service because of past experiences. It’s refreshing to have a local company that’s prompt, professional and honest. Six stars. C.M. Madbury, NH"

Chris M on October 2018

Fully Owner Operated.A partnership, 30yrs. Servicing Seacoast. Extremely competitive rates.

"I’m very impressed with the service and knowledge of Super Sweep. They came out on-time and gave me an honest assessment of my chimney and provided me with sound recommendations. They did only what was needed , not what they could have done to drive up the cost. Over the years I’ve lowered my expectations when it comes to customer service because of past experiences. It’s refreshing to have a local company that’s prompt, professional and honest. Six stars. C.M. Madbury, NH"

Chris M on October 2018

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

How long a fireplace lasts depends on the type of fireplace in question. Gas inserts may last 10 to 25 years when properly maintained while electric fireplaces typically top out at 20 years. A traditional brick fireplace can last centuries, though you’ll need to keep up with maintenance and repair over the years, including tuckpointing.

Ideally, your chimney cap should be at least 8 inches above the top of the flue, though it's better if it's even higher. You want it to sit that high because it won't affect the chimney's draft, which pulls the smoke up and out of your chimney and away from your home.

The answer can vary widely based on a home's age and design. As with any type of remodeling project, assume that every structure is load-bearing until confirming otherwise with a structural engineer. Almost all modern homes have chimneys that are fully independent from the rest of the home's framing. As a result, they don't bear any load beyond their own weight. However, many historic homes built prior to the 1900s contain load-bearing chimneys that tie into the surrounding roof and floor joists. If possible, use a home's blueprints or look for chimney connections that indicate load-bearing qualities to get your answer.

In most cases, you should have your chimney cleaned and inspected once a year. Since different materials and conditions can cause creosote to build up at different rates, there might be times when you need to sweep your chimney more frequently. An annual inspection will help you determine if more frequent cleaning is necessary.

How big a fire pit should be depends on how many people you want to get around it on a regular basis, and how big your space is. The average fire pit size is between 36 and 44 inches. However, if you regularly host big gatherings and have the appropriate outdoor space, you can go as big as 72 inches.

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