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Q: Can a hot fire burn off or remove creosote?

• <div><p>While a hot fire can help heat up and loosen tar within your chimney, making it a recommended step before using a creosote log, it will not burn off significant existing buildup on its own. Attempting to remove built-up creosote with a hot fire is dangerous and can cause a chimney fire. For safe and effective removal of caked-on creosote, the best approach is to hire a professional chimney sweep.</p></div>

Q: How can I tell if my chimney or fireplace damper is open or closed?

• <div><p>There are several ways to determine if your chimney or fireplace damper is open or closed. A simple method is to check for airflow by placing your hand near the fireplace opening; if you feel a draft or hear wind whistling, the damper is open. An open damper might also make the room feel cooler, similar to the outdoor temperature, or cause your HVAC system to work harder than usual. For a more definitive test, you can try a visual inspection, although it may be difficult to see. Alternatively, you can light a small piece of paper and observe the smoke; if it is drawn up the chimney, the damper is open. Always use the damper handle to adjust its position.</p></div>

Q: Do fireplaces help you save on heating bills?

• <div><p>Fireplaces can theoretically help you save on heating bills if you lower the temperature throughout the rest of your home and heat only a single room that you occupy using the fireplace. However, in most cases, homeowners won&rsquo;t save any money on heating bills. Gas and electric fireplace inserts could actually lead to a spike in your respective energy bills if you use them frequently, and if you don&rsquo;t keep up with <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/chimney-maintenance-tips.htm">chimney maintenance</a> and repairs, your traditional masonry fireplace could actually be a source of heat loss in the winter.</p></div>

Q: How much does a fireplace add to home value?

• <div><p>A fireplace can increase a home's value by as much as 12%, with some reports indicating that homes with fireplaces list for around 13% more than the median sale price. Fireplaces are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, adding a charm that many homebuyers find desirable. The actual return on investment depends on the fireplace's size, type, and material.</p><p>However, a fireplace can detract from a property's value if it is unusable, not up to code, or in need of immediate repairs. The type of fireplace also matters; custom electric fireplaces and inserts can add value, while freestanding units that can be removed have less impact.</p></div>

Q: Do all pellet stoves need to be vented outside?

• <div><p>Burning wood and wood products such as pellets create carbon monoxide that&rsquo;s poisonous to humans and pets. Pellet stoves need to vent to the outside through an approved vent or chimney to expel the exhaust. </p></div>

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Last update on October 06, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
The amount of work that Opus did for us was incredible. He has so much pride in his work and makes sure every window and door was installed perfectly. Those doors in the photo are 8x8 and as you see there’s no access working from outside yet they pulled it off beautifully. I highly recommend...
Opus Firm LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
Eric was great to work with and he did a quality job of fixing the cracks in our 52 year old chimney.
Ese Seal Weatherproofing LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
Rick did several months for me remodeling my entire house top to bottom. Excellent work
Heavy Hammer Handyman
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Reviewed in April 2024
Great!! The owner was very professional in his initial consult and was able to begin the project earlier than expected. Our house looks amazing! Would recommend them without reservation.
Professional Home Impressions LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Great job..inspect and cleaned wood stove and fireplace..highly recommend...
Fire Safe Chimney Service & Repair
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Reviewed in June 2023
They covered my L shaped deck with wood and tinted hail resistant sheeting. It is beautiful.
Fair Choice Roofing and Exteriors, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2022
I hired JILMOA to install light fixtures around my concrete deck. They did Excellent workâ ¦very efficientâ ¦made sure I was happy with the installation. I would highly recommend them.
Jilmoa Construction & Demolition
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Reviewed in March 2022
They did an excellent job and when we asked for them to leave the wood chips they left them in a nice pile for me to spread on different projects. They even cut up the big limbs and left them for the fireplace. I highly recommend this company and will definitely use them again and recommend them...
Trufast Tree Service
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Reviewed in January 2022
Wow! These guys did a great job! They were very clear up-front on the costs and the issues/additional costs we may run into. Now I literally do not fall through my deck! It is so solid, level and plumb, plus it looks great with a new rail! These guys showed up when they said they would and...
Limitless Construction & Development
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Reviewed in September 2021
Xtreme Renovations was over the top! We had a deck addition with a staircase. We also had vents that needed to be replaced and they had to be created to fit the opening. Their workmanship, quality of products used went beyond our expectations!! We are highly pleased with the finished product ...
Xtreme Renovations, LLC
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SureGlow Stove and Chimney

4.9(

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Branson West, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were wonderful to work with very professional they cleaned up everything that was here and I would highly recommend any business that I need done around my home"

Response time8 hrs

12 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Roddy Stove and Chimney

5.0(

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+5 more

Serving Branson West, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Assessed and fixed my gas fireplace within 15 minutes. Very knowledgeable"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate97%

35 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Ese Seal Weatherproofing

4.9(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Branson West, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade with over 25 yrs of experience in masonry restoration and weatherproofing and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today! @ 417-350-8848

+25

Recommended by87%of homeowners

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Repair

Serving Branson West, MO and surrounding areas

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"David repaired the mortar on our brick fireplace. He did a fantastic job. He was willing to work around our schedule and completed the job on time despite the heat we were experiencing. I would hire David for any job in the future."

9 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Rays

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Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Branson West, MO and surrounding areas

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Hardworking, reliable, in need of some income on the side.

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Indian Summer Pool and Spa

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install

Serving Branson West, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Indian Summer Pool and Spa has 60+ combined years of management & field experience designing, remodeling and installing Custom upper end Gunite, Viking & Always Fun fiberglass swimming pools /spas.

+30

Response rate100%

9 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by66%of homeowners

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+4 more

Serving Branson West, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rustic Heat did a fantastic job installing my new wood-burning fireplace insert and a new flue. Their work was professional, clean, and done right the first time. I was so impressed that I signed up for their $400 annual cleaning and inspection plan to keep everything in top shape. Highly recommend Rustic Heat — they really know what they’re doing!"

Response time5 days

Response rate100%

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Branson West, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Branson West, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt. Worked quickly. Chimney was cleaned as well as the fire box. Only issue was ash left on the white brick hearth and some on floor. Will hire him again."

Response time2 days

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Branson West, MO and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Cro-Mech Services is family-owned and was started by my father, John Cromer. My father?s hard-work ethic and experience-based knowledge was the catalyst that has motivated two generations to follow. And we would be honored to put this skillset to use where your comfort and peace of mind matters most?at home! Let our company save you money and stress, knowing that we won?t be comfortable until you and your family are!

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

While a hot fire can help heat up and loosen tar within your chimney, making it a recommended step before using a creosote log, it will not burn off significant existing buildup on its own. Attempting to remove built-up creosote with a hot fire is dangerous and can cause a chimney fire. For safe and effective removal of caked-on creosote, the best approach is to hire a professional chimney sweep.

There are several ways to determine if your chimney or fireplace damper is open or closed. A simple method is to check for airflow by placing your hand near the fireplace opening; if you feel a draft or hear wind whistling, the damper is open. An open damper might also make the room feel cooler, similar to the outdoor temperature, or cause your HVAC system to work harder than usual. For a more definitive test, you can try a visual inspection, although it may be difficult to see. Alternatively, you can light a small piece of paper and observe the smoke; if it is drawn up the chimney, the damper is open. Always use the damper handle to adjust its position.

Fireplaces can theoretically help you save on heating bills if you lower the temperature throughout the rest of your home and heat only a single room that you occupy using the fireplace. However, in most cases, homeowners won’t save any money on heating bills. Gas and electric fireplace inserts could actually lead to a spike in your respective energy bills if you use them frequently, and if you don’t keep up with chimney maintenance and repairs, your traditional masonry fireplace could actually be a source of heat loss in the winter.

A fireplace can increase a home's value by as much as 12%, with some reports indicating that homes with fireplaces list for around 13% more than the median sale price. Fireplaces are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, adding a charm that many homebuyers find desirable. The actual return on investment depends on the fireplace's size, type, and material.

However, a fireplace can detract from a property's value if it is unusable, not up to code, or in need of immediate repairs. The type of fireplace also matters; custom electric fireplaces and inserts can add value, while freestanding units that can be removed have less impact.

Burning wood and wood products such as pellets create carbon monoxide that’s poisonous to humans and pets. Pellet stoves need to vent to the outside through an approved vent or chimney to expel the exhaust.

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