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The Finished Look

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The Finished Look

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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.

Timeless Designs by Melissa

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Timeless Designs by Melissa

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15 years of experience

We are a full service interior design company that works directly with the homeowner to design a plan that will fit their wants, needs & desires. We act as the Client Advocate. We make sure the sub-contractors stay on schedule, on budget & resolve any project dilemmas that might come up.

We are a full service interior design company that works directly with the homeowner to design a plan that will fit their wants, needs & desires. We act as the Client Advocate. We make sure the sub-contractors stay on schedule, on budget & resolve any project dilemmas that might come up.

Wilkening Fireplace Company

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Wilkening Fireplace Company

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52 years of experience

Wilkening Fireplace Co., established in 1973, is the north country's specialist in fireplaces, stoves and inserts. We sell and service wood, gas and pellet burning models with complete installation available

Wilkening Fireplace Co., established in 1973, is the north country's specialist in fireplaces, stoves and inserts. We sell and service wood, gas and pellet burning models with complete installation available

Renaissance Custom Design DBA Bruce Hinton

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Renaissance Custom Design DBA Bruce Hinton

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27 years of experience

We are one of the top 16 in the Nation for Stamped Concrete and Concrete Countertops. Your customized solution is only limited by your imagination and fits your budget. I am 6th Generation brick and stone cutters. We give more than our quote.

We are one of the top 16 in the Nation for Stamped Concrete and Concrete Countertops. Your customized solution is only limited by your imagination and fits your budget. I am 6th Generation brick and stone cutters. We give more than our quote.

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RealStone

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23 years of experience

Based in Bagley, Minnesota we are one of the few companies in the world that mass produces stone veneer products. All of our stone is Mississippi Headwaters Glacial Till Granite, some of the most colorful stone in the world. Additional address: PO Box 637 Bagley, MN 56621.

Based in Bagley, Minnesota we are one of the few companies in the world that mass produces stone veneer products. All of our stone is Mississippi Headwaters Glacial Till Granite, some of the most colorful stone in the world. Additional address: PO Box 637 Bagley, MN 56621.

Tri-County Heating & Air LLC

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Tri-County Heating & Air LLC

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23 years of experience

We have low over head so we can pass the savings on to you. We have two full-time and two part-time Service Techs. We offer Furnace Tune-ups with a furnace efficiency audit for $50 until 12/01/10 then it goes to $65. Others are $85+. Our service calls are $50 hour the first hour plus Parts.

We have low over head so we can pass the savings on to you. We have two full-time and two part-time Service Techs. We offer Furnace Tune-ups with a furnace efficiency audit for $50 until 12/01/10 then it goes to $65. Others are $85+. Our service calls are $50 hour the first hour plus Parts.

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

The most common sign of a carbon monoxide leak is the visible black soot marks on the walls near your wood stove. An excess accumulation of smoke in other rooms of your home could also indicate that your wood burning stove is leaking carbon monoxide. If you notice either of these signs or are still unsure, it’s best to leave the premises and contact your fire department to check your home’s levels. 

Some of the reasons a chimney damper won't close properly include shoddy installation, age-related damage, or heavy snow or ice affecting a top-sealing type. Poor chimney maintenance and a buildup of rust, debris, or creosote can also cause dampers to jam. Annual inspections and chimney sweep costs are worth it to help you avoid a damper disaster. 

Even if a homebuyer has no intention of using the fireplace installed in the home they’re thinking of buying, it’s vital to know when the fireplace and chimney were last inspected. Aside from learning that it can operate properly, homebuyers will want to know that the structures themselves are sound and won’t affect the integrity of the surrounding home. With full knowledge, homebuyers can then make plans for any necessary repairs before they move in. 

Like other kinds of masonry and brickwork, a properly installed chimney should have a lifespan that extends beyond multiple generations of homeowners. But there are parts of the chimney that will need to be replaced more frequently. 

  • Clay tile or cast-in-place liners should be replaced every 50 years.

  • Stainless steel liners will last an average of 15–20 years.

  • Mortar will require replacement every 25–30 years.

  • Chimney crowns have an average lifespan of 50–75 years.

If your chimney has been damaged by tornadoes, lightning strikes, storms, or a fire, then homeowner’s insurance will likely cover a chimney replacement. However, damage caused by high winds or earthquakes may not be covered, and insurance doesn’t usually cover replacements for old or worn chimneys.

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