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Q: How do I stop my fireplace from smoking?

• <div><p>How you stop your fireplace from smoking depends on the cause. Sometimes it&rsquo;s as simple as opening the damper. Other times, you need to battle air pressure. The best course of action is to ensure proper ventilation, whether that means opening a door or a window; avoid building a large fire, which produces more smoke; and use seasoned hardwoods, which produce less smoke than other types of wood. If the issue persists, call a pro ASAP.</p></div>

Q: Do you open a flue with a gas fireplace?

• <div><p>Yes, if your gas fireplace has a flue, you typically need to open it when using the fireplace. Although gas fireplaces don&rsquo;t produce the type of smoke and soot that wood-burning ones do, they still release combustion gasses like carbon monoxide. Opening the flue ensures these gasses safely exit your home through the chimney. Not all <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-a-gas-fireplace-need-a-chimney.htm">gas fireplaces need a chimney</a>, however. Always check the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions for your specific gas fireplace model, as some newer models may have different ventilation requirements. </p></div>

Q: Is a chimney cap necessary?

• <div><p>Chimney caps are necessary both from a building safety standpoint in most municipalities and to keep your home protected from a variety of issues. Chimney caps are not only mandated by building code in most areas, but they also serve to keep squirrels, raccoons, and other pests out of your home, as well as snow and rain. Therefore, they help to avoid property damage, making them a worthwhile investment.</p></div>

Q: Should a chimney flue be open or closed?

• <div><p>The damper, located just above the firebox, can open or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-close-chimney-flue.htm">close the chimney flue</a>. The damper should remain closed unless there&rsquo;s a fire burning in the fireplace. Closing the damper prevents energy loss through the chimney and cold air from seeping into the home during the winter. Opening the damper helps maintain airflow when there is a fire and prevents smoke and gases from venting into the house.</p></div>

Q: What is a pellet stove?

• <div><p>Pellet stoves are used as heat sources for homes. They work by burning biomass pallets, which might be composed of wood, sawdust, or food waste. The pellets are stored in the stove's hopper until the stove is ignited, at which point some are released into the stove's firebox to burn for heat. Unlike most fireplaces, pellet stoves have a thermostat that adjusts the temperature by releasing more or fewer pellets, depending on how warm you want to make your living space.</p></div>

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Based on his many 5 star recommendations, we hired Mr. Frye to paint most of the rooms, crown molding and trim, on the first floor of our new home. We had a very tight timeline to get the work done before we moved in. Not only did Mr. Frye complete the job as promised, but he did so with...
Frye Family Painting and Drywall Repair
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Reviewed in October 2025
Ricky had to overcome a lot of unusual obstacles with my oven installation and he did it with ease. We will definitely be hiring him again!
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Reviewed in June 2025
Great! Geaux Flooring floored my bathroom over dinner! They were in and out in no time. Very efficient and looked flawless! Thank you!
Geaux Flooring Direct
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Reviewed in October 2023
Remodel was perfect! They were very professional and stayed on schedule. Would recommend to anyone.
New Age Remodels
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If I knew this was with Angi , I wouldnâ t of used them!
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We had looked for tree cutting services before, but the prices were outrageously high. Butcher Boys Land Care was more than reasonable. They cut a 60 foot oak tree by our barn down with expert precision. The wood was then cut and stacked. Good service with a good price. We will definitely use...
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Reviewed in July 2023
I also had a dog kennel fence and a little deck fencing with some privacy fencing on the side.
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Reviewed in April 2023
My roof had started to have a leak after a tree limb fell on it I had Marquez roofing come take a look at it. He explained to me what damage had occurred and and what further damage could happen if it was not fixed he then explained the process he would go through to make the repairs. When it...
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Reviewed in March 2023
Great job and they are quick and responsive.
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Reviewed in January 2023
They workmanship was outstanding . The installer Ryan was great and did a fantastic job repairing years of water damage from a bathtub that had been in our house for 40 years . This bathroom remodel is outstanding !
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T & A Masonry

5.0(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Phillipsburg, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"They did a rebuild of our brick mailbox that was knocked down, the new one they built is all stone and perfectly matched it to the stone on our home. It looks great."

Response time3 hrs

Response rate98%

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Phillipsburg, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

I’ve been doing all kinds of brick work and stonework for the last 40 years no job I can’t handle

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

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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 Phillipsburg, 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

2.2(

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

Serving Phillipsburg, MO and surrounding areas

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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.

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Response rate100%

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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

Serving Phillipsburg, 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 Phillipsburg, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was easy to give Gene five stars. His pricing was reasonable, his work was great, and he was easy to work with. He tuck pointed our 110 year old limestone basement, repaired the chimney on our 3 story clay tile roof, and we added having him rebuild the firebox so we could get a ventless fireplace."

Response time2 days

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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

Serving Phillipsburg, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Be Right There Handyman LLC

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Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - RepairPre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Gas) - Install+1 more

Serving Phillipsburg, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Be Right There Handyman LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Darnell Construction and Masonry

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+1 more

Serving Phillipsburg, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Darnell Construction and Masonry

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Artown Roofing & Contracting

3.3(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace - Repair

Serving Phillipsburg, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"My insurance denied my claim except for a minimal amount of work. Larry Evans from Artown Roofing worked with us to have it all repaired as he recommended a reinspection and the insurance company agreed with what Larry pointed out to them."

Recommended by61%of homeowners

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

How you stop your fireplace from smoking depends on the cause. Sometimes it’s as simple as opening the damper. Other times, you need to battle air pressure. The best course of action is to ensure proper ventilation, whether that means opening a door or a window; avoid building a large fire, which produces more smoke; and use seasoned hardwoods, which produce less smoke than other types of wood. If the issue persists, call a pro ASAP.

Yes, if your gas fireplace has a flue, you typically need to open it when using the fireplace. Although gas fireplaces don’t produce the type of smoke and soot that wood-burning ones do, they still release combustion gasses like carbon monoxide. Opening the flue ensures these gasses safely exit your home through the chimney. Not all gas fireplaces need a chimney, however. Always check the manufacturer’s instructions for your specific gas fireplace model, as some newer models may have different ventilation requirements.

Chimney caps are necessary both from a building safety standpoint in most municipalities and to keep your home protected from a variety of issues. Chimney caps are not only mandated by building code in most areas, but they also serve to keep squirrels, raccoons, and other pests out of your home, as well as snow and rain. Therefore, they help to avoid property damage, making them a worthwhile investment.

The damper, located just above the firebox, can open or close the chimney flue. The damper should remain closed unless there’s a fire burning in the fireplace. Closing the damper prevents energy loss through the chimney and cold air from seeping into the home during the winter. Opening the damper helps maintain airflow when there is a fire and prevents smoke and gases from venting into the house.

Pellet stoves are used as heat sources for homes. They work by burning biomass pallets, which might be composed of wood, sawdust, or food waste. The pellets are stored in the stove's hopper until the stove is ignited, at which point some are released into the stove's firebox to burn for heat. Unlike most fireplaces, pellet stoves have a thermostat that adjusts the temperature by releasing more or fewer pellets, depending on how warm you want to make your living space.

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