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Avatar for McBriens Fire & Flue
McBriens Fire & Flue
5.0(
88
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Serving Saco, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Omar and Victor did an excellent job. They inspected and cleaned the chimney and installed the new stove. Work was efficient and effective. They cleaned up after themselves and were extremely pleasant to spend the time with. I thank them for their good work. Whitney Schofield"
Chimney Rebuild.
Chimney Rebuild.
Chimney Rebuild.
Chimney Rebuild.
Service

+19

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Your Chimney Doctor
5.0(
15
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Serving Saco, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Josh to completely transform our fireplace area and couldn’t be happier with the results. From the initial inspection to the final install, everything was explained clearly and handled professionally. The stonework and stove setup came out absolutely beautiful and completely changed the feel of the room. Josh was clean, punctual, and took real pride in his work. The before and after difference is night and day. I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality chimney or stove work done right."
Chimney Doctor
Mailbox rebuild
Restack & Rebuild
Garage Rebuild
Full grind & repoint

+8

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Black Cat Sweeps, LLC
4.6(
140
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Serving Saco, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gary is super experienced and a real pro. Highly efficient and thorough. Next year I will call him for chimney cleaning much sooner after heating season is over: was lucky to get him scheduled now that busy season has begun."
Chimney Teardown And Rebuild
Chimney Teardown And Rebuild
New fireplace
New Fireplace
New Fireplace

+40

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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SkyVent Chimney Service LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Saco, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a gas fireplace serviced and SkyVent was very prompt in setting up a convenient appointment for just a few days later. George was prompt in showing up for the appointment and performed the job efficiently and quickly. He was easy to communicate with and did a great job."
Chimney Restoration
Chimney Restoration
Chimney Restoration
Chimney Restoration
Chimney Restoration

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HANDY ANDY SPECIALTY SERVICES LLC
4.9(
10
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Serving Saco, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had them do a cleaning and inspection of my chimney and they found damages to the brickwork and the top of the chimney. They installed a new cap and their cost was so reasonable. All their work is guaranteed as well, which is reassuring. They were clean, efficient and courteous. I would highly recommend Handy Andy and in fact they are doing an estimate for my neighbor to whom I recommended them to."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Upfront Home Inspection, LLC
4.9(
15
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Serving Saco, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Upfront Home is the solution to all of your home inspection and maintenance needs. Including air duct and dryer vent cleaning. 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.

Response time12 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Chimneys R Us, LLC
4.0(
35
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Serving Saco, ME 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."
COPPER CAP
CUSTOM CAP
CUSTOM CAP
OLD CHASE COVER
NEW CHASE COVER

+9

Response time1 hour
Response rate99%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

While you have some flexibility in the types of wood you can use in your outdoor furnace, it's important to make wise choices for optimal performance and efficiency. Hardwoods, such as oak, maple, and cherry, are generally recommended for their higher energy content and cleaner burn. These hardwoods produce more heat per volume and tend to produce fewer creosote deposits, which can accumulate and cause a chimney fire, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) says that chimneys and their associated elements like fireplaces, vents, or stoves should be cleaned at least once a year before the start of seasonal use. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America, a chimney should be cleaned when there is 1/8 inch of soot buildup. If there’s more than that, creosote—a flammable byproduct of burning wood—can form and increase the risk of a chimney fire.

Creosote logs can help to reduce new creosote build-up by about 60%, however they don’t replace regular cleaning. While creosote logs can help to prevent build-up of creosote in your chimney, they won’t remove build-up that’s already there. Creosote logs can be used as a preventative measure in conjunction with regular cleaning, but you will still need to clean your chimney about once per year.

You should clean the ashes from your wood stove at least once a week during the heating season to maintain efficiency and safety. Additionally, it's crucial to have a professional clean the chimney and flue annually to remove creosote buildup, which can pose a fire hazard and affect the stove's performance. Regular cleaning ensures optimal operation and reduces the risk of harmful emissions.

While wood stove fans are effective for improving heat distribution, they rely on the stove reaching a certain temperature to operate efficiently. If the stove does not generate enough heat, the fan may not start or may not move air effectively. Additionally, like any fan, wood stove fans cannot cool a stove or reduce its heat output—they only redistribute existing warmth.

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