Can you use a fireplace after the insert is removed?

• <div><p>In some cases, you can use a fireplace once the insert has been removed. However, before burning a fire, you must have a professional inspect it and the chimney to make sure they're functioning properly and no damage has occurred from removing the insert. That’s because using a fireplace without an insert could create fire hazards due to issues with airflow and heat dispersion, depending on the fireplace design and material. A professional can advise on whether you should make certain repairs or modifications before using your fireplace as an open hearth.</p></div>

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Last update on July 02, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
The installers did a great job!
Bathworks of Michigan, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
Helped me install some items, fix some items, and research some items. Patient and thorough. Would definitely hire him again.
Chain O'Lakes Electric LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
Issac & Maurice were great installers.
Marygrove Awning Co.
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Reviewed in August 2023
We had a challenging new build with a fluctuating schedule on completion. Our window for growing grass was really urgent due to the erosion and the completion of the final grade. Matt worked us in to his very busy spring turn on and install schedule and gave us a very competitive quote. John and...
Spinniken Lawn & Irrigation, LLC.
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Reviewed in May 2023
Very good at explaining the process, timing and install.
Mid Michigan Building Company
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Reviewed in December 2022
A few years ago, I had hired the wrong company to replace the railings on my back deck. ReNew it came in and redid everything, giving me a sturdy, beautiful deck. This year I really had no plans for the front side of the deck. But when the old wood railings were removed to put in a new step,...
Renewit Group
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Reviewed in September 2021
Ethan Irish inspected the jacks FSM installed and made appropriate adjustments. He also serviced the dehumidifier and sump pump. EXCELLENT service and after 4 years, FSM is the best investment we made in renovating our home. Great system, great service and great people like Ethan.
Foundation Systems of Michigan
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Reviewed in August 2021
Excellent experience with Cooper's Water, LLC from the initial contact with Mr. Cooper himself through the installation by Doug. Professional, prompt, and excellent communication from the office and the installer. Doug was very thorough in explaining the system we purchased for our new home...
Cooper's Water, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
Great service and a very friendly and helpful staff. They had the new furnace and AC unit installed within a day and a half for much less than other local quotes. Would recommend this company if you're looking to replace your furnace or AC.
Geofurnace Heating & Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2020
Ken and his crew remodeled one bathroom, removed wallpaper and painted in our other two bathrooms, and repaired ceilings in all the other rooms in the home, including the lanai (which is stucco). We wanted old ceiling speakers each about a foot in diameter removed - 2 in each of 6 rooms and two...
Dorian Construction
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

In some cases, you can use a fireplace once the insert has been removed. However, before burning a fire, you must have a professional inspect it and the chimney to make sure they're functioning properly and no damage has occurred from removing the insert. That’s because using a fireplace without an insert could create fire hazards due to issues with airflow and heat dispersion, depending on the fireplace design and material. A professional can advise on whether you should make certain repairs or modifications before using your fireplace as an open hearth.

Yes, windows being painted shut is a fire hazard. Because windows painted shut may have locks that stick or cannot be opened easily in an emergency, this becomes an immediate fire hazard that should be dealt with.

Asbestos has many beneficial properties, including fire resistance, strength, and chemical resistance. It is also an excellent insulator, which is why it was used in pipe insulation and other building materials for decades. For all its benefits, asbestos is dangerous for human health, which is why it was eventually banned from use in certain products.

No, you can’t completely fireproof a house. There is always a chance that a fire can break out inside or outside your home. Even if most of the home is built with fireproof materials, a long-burning fire can still cause damage. Still, fireproofing efforts can buy you additional time to evacuate and give you a better chance of salvaging your home after a fire rather than needing to rebuild entirely.

You can relight a pilot light by yourself, but it’s not always the safest choice to do so. While the job is straightforward, a small mistake could end in a gas leak, fire, or explosion. That’s why we recommend everyone hire a pro for this job. Local furnace pros have lit dozens if not hundreds of pilot lights, and they’re well-versed and highly experienced in the proper safety protocols to keep you, your family, and your home safe while doing so.

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