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Old Smokey's Fireplace & Chimney

4.76(
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Old Smokey's Fireplace & Chimney

4.76(
46
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
239 local quotes requested

Protecting your family and preserving your home and lifestyle is important. But what can you do to make sure that you’re enjoying the heating and venting systems in your home as safely as possible? That’s easy, give Old Smokey’s a call. Additional phone - (260) 587-9691.

Protecting your family and preserving your home and lifestyle is important. But what can you do to make sure that you’re enjoying the heating and venting systems in your home as safely as possible? That’s easy, give Old Smokey’s a call. Additional phone - (260) 587-9691.


"The whole process of quoting, sales presentation, finance arrangement, installation was simple, timely, professional, complete and painless. The price was very competitive, the installation was smooth and prompt, and the end product is thing of beauty. This review is from a homeowner who has had a couple of terrible furnace experiences in the past decade."

John G on January 2021

"The whole process of quoting, sales presentation, finance arrangement, installation was simple, timely, professional, complete and painless. The price was very competitive, the installation was smooth and prompt, and the end product is thing of beauty. This review is from a homeowner who has had a couple of terrible furnace experiences in the past decade."

John G on January 2021



"They did repair the furnace and the chimney lining (which they'd put in about 8 years prior when they were known as Bob's Sheet Meta)l. I paid them $1065 for the repair and was grateful they could fix the problem. One week after they performed the work, my ceiling and chimney began leaking. I hired a construction company to find/repair the leak and the guy let me know that he found pieces of sheet metal on my roof and wondered why. I explained about the furnace job the week before. He also found that there was no seal between the flue and heating cap on the chimney top. He called Byron's and spoke with someone who authorized him to finish their work. I had to pay the construction company $750 to repair the damage caused by Byron's. I gave Byron ample opportunity to do the right thing (reimburse me the $750) and even offered to accept a credit instead. Byron refused to accept any accountability and instead was mad at the construction company for "throwing him under the bus". There are many good repair folks in and around Houghton, MI but sadly I've learned this is is not one of the reputable companies."

Laura L on January 2019

Byron Heating and Air Conditioning Inc

"They did repair the furnace and the chimney lining (which they'd put in about 8 years prior when they were known as Bob's Sheet Meta)l. I paid them $1065 for the repair and was grateful they could fix the problem. One week after they performed the work, my ceiling and chimney began leaking. I hired a construction company to find/repair the leak and the guy let me know that he found pieces of sheet metal on my roof and wondered why. I explained about the furnace job the week before. He also found that there was no seal between the flue and heating cap on the chimney top. He called Byron's and spoke with someone who authorized him to finish their work. I had to pay the construction company $750 to repair the damage caused by Byron's. I gave Byron ample opportunity to do the right thing (reimburse me the $750) and even offered to accept a credit instead. Byron refused to accept any accountability and instead was mad at the construction company for "throwing him under the bus". There are many good repair folks in and around Houghton, MI but sadly I've learned this is is not one of the reputable companies."

Laura L on January 2019


U.P. Chimney Inc.

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U.P. Chimney Inc.

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

We are a full service chimney company. We do anything from cleaning chimneys, to building chimneys and fireplaces. We specialize in lining or relining old chimneys.

"We had a solid flue liner put in our chimney after a chimney fire. ? U.P. Chimney was very quick to respond, helped us to understand why good maintenance is important and they had the job done quickly. They have also cleaned out our dryer vents and discussed the importance of keeping them clean. Very satisfied with their services."

Jamie F on March 2024

We are a full service chimney company. We do anything from cleaning chimneys, to building chimneys and fireplaces. We specialize in lining or relining old chimneys.

"We had a solid flue liner put in our chimney after a chimney fire. ? U.P. Chimney was very quick to respond, helped us to understand why good maintenance is important and they had the job done quickly. They have also cleaned out our dryer vents and discussed the importance of keeping them clean. Very satisfied with their services."

Jamie F on March 2024



Mechanical Extremes Heating and Cooling

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Mechanical Extremes Heating and Cooling

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

Mechanical Extremes Heating & Cooling LLC is a licensed and insured business which is owned and operated by Harold Wilkes. Harold has over 18 years experience. We have a total of 5 service and installation employees. Services provided are: 24 hour emergency service, furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioning, geothermal, Rinnai tankless water heaters, sheet metal fabrication

Mechanical Extremes Heating & Cooling LLC is a licensed and insured business which is owned and operated by Harold Wilkes. Harold has over 18 years experience. We have a total of 5 service and installation employees. Services provided are: 24 hour emergency service, furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioning, geothermal, Rinnai tankless water heaters, sheet metal fabrication




Heating & Refrigeration sales, service, Resturaunt equipment. Geothermal Heating & Cooling,Clean Renewable Energy. Your Heating & Refrigeration Service Company.

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

No, a chimney crown is not the same as a chimney cap. A chimney crown is a flat cement area on top of a masonry chimney. It starts where the masonry part of the chimney ends at the very top and domes upward toward the flue opening. A chimney cap sits on top of the crown over the flue. It is usually made of metal and allows smoke to escape without letting in rainwater.

Hardwoods such as oak, maple, and hickory are the best types of wood to burn in a wood stove. These woods burn hotter and longer than softwoods, producing less creosote and fewer emissions. Hardwoods provide a more efficient and cleaner burn, which helps maintain better air quality and reduces the frequency of cleaning and maintenance required for your stove.

Cleaning and inspection costs range from $150 to $500, depending on chimney height, soot buildup, and necessary repairs.

If you have a gas fireplace with an electric ignition and you’re experiencing a power outage, you will need to light your fireplace’s pilot manually before you can start a fire. The instructions should be in the manufacturer’s manual.

You don’t necessarily need a chimney for a pellet stove. However, all pellet stoves need some type of venting system to get rid of gasses and other potentially harmful byproducts of combustion. If you don’t have a chimney, an alternative option is to vent your pellet stove through an exterior wall of your home.

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