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Q: How do I maintain a stove?

• <div><p>To maintain a stove, clean the stove, chimney, or vent regularly. You should also use seasoned wood or pellets. Schedule an annual professional inspection to ensure safety.</p></div>

Q: How long do pellets last in a pellet stove?

• <div><p>The burn time of pellets in a pellet stove depends on factors such as stove size, heat setting, and pellet quality. A full hopper of pellets can last anywhere from 12 to 48 hours. Lower heat settings will extend burn times, while higher settings will reduce them. It's important to choose high-quality pellets because they burn more efficiently and produce less ash, maximizing the stove's burn time and overall performance. Regularly monitoring the pellet level ensures consistent heat output and optimal efficiency from your pellet stove.</p></div>

Q: Are new wood stoves better than old?

• <div><p>In some aspects, yes, new wood stoves are better than old ones. For example, today&rsquo;s EPA emission limits for wood-burning stoves are much lower than they were several decades ago. Stoves that meet these stricter standards produce less air pollution, reduce fire risks, and decrease your risk of inhaling harmful particles.</p></div>

Q: Can you leave a pellet stove running 24/7?

• <div><p>Pellet stoves are designed to run for several hours at a time. Running them for an entire day is not uncommon. More advanced models can run continuously for up to 48 hours, making them ideal if you live in extremely cold conditions and don't want to keep refueling the stove.</p></div>

Q: What is the life expectancy of a chimney?

• <div><p>A well-constructed and regularly maintained brick chimney can last 50 to 100 years, potentially spanning multiple generations of homeowners. The exact lifespan depends on the quality of construction, materials, local environment, and maintenance. In contrast, a metal chimney typically lasts 15 to 20 years. While the main structure is durable, individual components have shorter lifespans and require more frequent replacement. For example, mortar may need repointing every 20 to 30 years, chimney crowns last 50 to 75 years, and liners can last anywhere from 15 to 50 years depending on the material (e.g., stainless steel vs. cast-in-place).</p></div>

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Last update on January 28, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
Our basement was completely finished by this company. Including a family room, 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and multiple storage areas. Excellent job overall. Exceptional skills with all of the tile work. Highly recommend.
Movado Construction and Restoration Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2025
We had a large patio with aggregate and stamped boarder with built in flower beds. Kevin was very easy to work with and his men were amazing. They worked extremely hard without taking long breaks if any. I highly recommend this company for any cement work you won’t be disappointed.
Monumental Concrete L.C.
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Reviewed in June 2024
We recently have two houses reroofed, everything was done in a very timely manner, roofing crew was very professional in every way. When Dan Roger’s and his partner, Joe, came to finish the interior trim on the skylights, he was dissatisfied with the initial installation and requested Paramont...
Paramount Building Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2024
We love our new patio and fireplace from All Brick Design. Joseph was very professional and kept us informed throughout the entire project. We will be getting more work done from them soon!
All Brick Design, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
This is the second time they have cut down a tree for us! They are super reasonable and professional to work with. We were very pleased with the work and clean up.
Royalty Tree Experts
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Reviewed in April 2022
Beautiful drywall patching, deck painted and sealed, hookups, lighting, toilets, and awesome flooring work. Outside work on the house. Anything we need done, Noel is who we call to take care of all of our tasks. We can not have asked for a more professional worker.
First quality home improvements
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Reviewed in March 2022
Josh worked me into his schedule, arrived on time and worked efficiently to build us some custom shelves in our living room to match the existing wood work in the house. The shelves are beautiful and sturdy, just how we envisioned them. He does excellent work and for a fair price. Weâ ve...
Prominent Handyman Services, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
My designer Michelle was very talented and drew up 2 very functional closets. My installers were neat, clean and very conscinous. Rico was especially polite and meticulous about his work. Andy, construction coordinator, was always courteous and organized. I love my closets. No complaints!...
Closets by Design of Southeast MI
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Reviewed in January 2022
They have always cleaned our stove and chimney...we had to replace our stove and they did the new installation and replaced the bad pipes...very happy with them and will continue to use them as long as we're burning wood.
MR CHIMNEY SWEEP
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Reviewed in March 2016
We found Scott Austin to be friendly and easy to work with. He did a nice job of designing the fireplace. He completed the long list of jobs. All the work was completed as agreed. <br /> <br /> <br />
Austin Construction LLC
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Serving Kimball, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

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Emergency services offered

"Chuck arrived with a helper and explained everything to us. He cleaned the chimney and left us with some estimates for potential work. He was knowledgeable and pleasant. I would use him again."

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Irais

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Serving Kimball, MI and surrounding areas

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Morey's hydro blast

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marwa

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Serving Kimball, MI and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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Small jobs welcome

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The Kind Cleaners

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Serving Kimball, MI and surrounding areas

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Offers commercial services

The Kind Cleaners is a local Michigan based cleaning company. We pride ourselves on quick communication, competitive pricing and excellent customer service.

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Manny

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Serving Kimball, MI and surrounding areas

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Starting from Detroit, We take pride in delivering high-quality interior and exterior painting services with attention to detail, reliable workmanship, and exceptional customer care.

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Prime Hod Cleaning

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Serving Kimball, MI and surrounding areas

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Prime hood cleaning is number one for customer satisfaction schedule flexibility Every cleaning service is inspected, cleaned, and certified by insured licensed technicians.

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Hire Hanks

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Serving Kimball, MI and surrounding areas

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At Hire Hanks, we make property work easier.\n\nWe help homeowners, businesses, contractors, and commercial property owners keep projects and properties moving forward with dependable support, clear communication, and professional service. Whether you need help with contractor support, final cleans, demo cleanup, jobsite fencing, home maintenance, or office property management, our team is built to handle the details so you do not have to.\n\nOur goal is simple: be the trusted team you can call when something needs to get done right. From one-time project support to ongoing home and office management, Hire Hanks is here to help protect your property, support your project, and make your life easier.\n

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Serving Kimball, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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Emergency services offered

"Everything is going great. Also added some other equipment such as app controlled door locks, etc."

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Fireside Heating & Cooling

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Serving Kimball, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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Emergency services offered

"Again, Fireside is GREAT. The crew was personable and professional. My new furnace works well and provides cheaper, more efficient heat. AMAZING experience all the way around."

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

To maintain a stove, clean the stove, chimney, or vent regularly. You should also use seasoned wood or pellets. Schedule an annual professional inspection to ensure safety.

The burn time of pellets in a pellet stove depends on factors such as stove size, heat setting, and pellet quality. A full hopper of pellets can last anywhere from 12 to 48 hours. Lower heat settings will extend burn times, while higher settings will reduce them. It's important to choose high-quality pellets because they burn more efficiently and produce less ash, maximizing the stove's burn time and overall performance. Regularly monitoring the pellet level ensures consistent heat output and optimal efficiency from your pellet stove.

In some aspects, yes, new wood stoves are better than old ones. For example, today’s EPA emission limits for wood-burning stoves are much lower than they were several decades ago. Stoves that meet these stricter standards produce less air pollution, reduce fire risks, and decrease your risk of inhaling harmful particles.

Pellet stoves are designed to run for several hours at a time. Running them for an entire day is not uncommon. More advanced models can run continuously for up to 48 hours, making them ideal if you live in extremely cold conditions and don't want to keep refueling the stove.

A well-constructed and regularly maintained brick chimney can last 50 to 100 years, potentially spanning multiple generations of homeowners. The exact lifespan depends on the quality of construction, materials, local environment, and maintenance. In contrast, a metal chimney typically lasts 15 to 20 years. While the main structure is durable, individual components have shorter lifespans and require more frequent replacement. For example, mortar may need repointing every 20 to 30 years, chimney crowns last 50 to 75 years, and liners can last anywhere from 15 to 50 years depending on the material (e.g., stainless steel vs. cast-in-place).

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