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Element Hearth and Home

207 4th St NW
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Element Hearth and Home

207 4th St NW
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10 years of experience

At Element Hearth and Home, we are the premier chimney sweep in Little Falls, Brainerd, and St. Cloud, MN and we specialize in everything related to wood-burning stoves, fireplaces, and inserts. Our CSIA-certified technicians are skilled in the installation, maintenance, and repair of these systems, and we offer everything from chimney sweeping, to inspections and repairs. We are proud of the artisan-crafted, high-quality workmanship that we deliver, combined with exceptional customer service. Every installation or repair we undertake is of the highest quality, and we ensure that every job is quality-cleaned. We also provide general masonry services, including indoor and outdoor brick and stonework. We are committed to enhancing your home or business with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail and providing the best possible customer experience as the leading chimney sweep in St. Cloud, Little Falls, and Brainerd, MN. Visit https://elementhearthandhome.com to learn more

At Element Hearth and Home, we are the premier chimney sweep in Little Falls, Brainerd, and St. Cloud, MN and we specialize in everything related to wood-burning stoves, fireplaces, and inserts. Our CSIA-certified technicians are skilled in the installation, maintenance, and repair of these systems, and we offer everything from chimney sweeping, to inspections and repairs. We are proud of the artisan-crafted, high-quality workmanship that we deliver, combined with exceptional customer service. Every installation or repair we undertake is of the highest quality, and we ensure that every job is quality-cleaned. We also provide general masonry services, including indoor and outdoor brick and stonework. We are committed to enhancing your home or business with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail and providing the best possible customer experience as the leading chimney sweep in St. Cloud, Little Falls, and Brainerd, MN. Visit https://elementhearthandhome.com to learn more


The Finished Look

1235 Birch St N
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The Finished Look

1235 Birch St N
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24 years of experience

Here at The Finished Look we perform all areas that pertain to building and remodeling. We also have a cabin care taking branch as well that services lake homes in northern Minnesota. We are very close with our employees and boast safety and cleanliness. Winter work in many instances be eligible for a 10% discount.

Here at The Finished Look we perform all areas that pertain to building and remodeling. We also have a cabin care taking branch as well that services lake homes in northern Minnesota. We are very close with our employees and boast safety and cleanliness. Winter work in many instances be eligible for a 10% discount.



"Dust busters were absolutely amazing! We had never had the ducts cleaned since we moved in in 2913 and who knows if the previous owners had. They were prompt, professional and did a great good on our really really bad ducts and dryer vent. Then they recommended a look at the refrigerator coils and those were pretty bad too. So glad we got this done. They had a great coupon deal on Bbay and were less than half the cost of other companies I called in the area."

Michelle M on April 2018

Additional contact names - Craig McMillan, Peggy McMillan.

"Dust busters were absolutely amazing! We had never had the ducts cleaned since we moved in in 2913 and who knows if the previous owners had. They were prompt, professional and did a great good on our really really bad ducts and dryer vent. Then they recommended a look at the refrigerator coils and those were pretty bad too. So glad we got this done. They had a great coupon deal on Bbay and were less than half the cost of other companies I called in the area."

Michelle M on April 2018

Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

Clay tile roofs require minimal maintenance, as they stand up very well to the elements and often won’t fade in direct sunlight. They also don’t need sealing. Concrete tiles are also relatively low maintenance, but you will need more maintenance than with clay. You’ll need to seal concrete every few years to improve water resistance, and the color will fade a bit more quickly than with clay.

It may require stronger cleansers or chemicals, higher-pressure spray, or scrubbing to completely remove algae from a metal roof. Start with a mild cleanser; if that doesn’t work and you're comfortable doing so, use a stronger mix of ⅓ cup of laundry detergent, 1 quart of bleach, and 3 quarts of water to gently scrub the algae with a soft-bristled brush. If algae is present across large portions of your roof, doesn’t come off with gentle scrubbing and cleansers, or is in hard-to-reach areas, this may be a job better left to a pro.

The best way to clean a roof without damaging it is to opt for soft washing, or better yet, leave it to a professional roof cleaner. Soft washing involves a biodegradable cleaning solution being sprayed on the roof and gently rinsed away after it dissolves built-up residue on your shingles. 

The best time to clean the outside of your house is during your outdoor spring cleaning. Wait until late spring, after the wave of pollen is done coating your home. You can also wash your house in late fall–before the first freeze–to remove leaves and branches from the gutters.

It can be dangerous to remove icicles from your roof, so the best option is to treat the underlying issue instead, usually by ensuring proper insulation in your home. If you’re concerned about immediate damage, you can hire a professional to remove the icicles and the snow accumulation on your home to prevent the issue from recurring. Just make sure you use a long-term solution, too, like addressing insulation problems or installing roof heating coils on your roof.

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