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Smith Masonry
New to Angi
Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Van Buren, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

My name is David Smith, I own smith masonry and construction of Salem, Mo. I specialize in brick, block and, stone work. I also offer concrete flat work. Here at Smith masonry we care about our customers opinion and, their happiness. So if you want quality and beautiful work give us, Smith Masonry & Construction a call and we’ll get you taken care of and your projects looking good!

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Artown Roofing & Contracting
3.3(
18
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Brick or Stone Fireplace - Repair

Serving Van Buren, 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
Phoenix Chimney Services, LLC
New to Angi
Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Van Buren, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Timeless Stone Creations
New to Angi
Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+1 more

Serving Van Buren, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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P.W.M. Handyman Srvc
New to Angi
Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Install+1 more

Serving Van Buren, MO and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi I'm Chad, an Industry professional with over 20 years of residential construction experience. I work full time and do handyman work on the side to fund my ministry. My ministry helps those in need with whatever our resources can cover. When it boils over, we reach into communities to secure donations or healthcare options for this in need.\n I am a repair professional, I will work diligently and safely to correct your homes repairs.\nThank you for considering me to work with you, Hope to see you out there!

Mid Missouri Renovations
New to Angi
Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Van Buren, MO and surrounding areas

I've been in the construction trades for 15+ years in all aspects. From site prep and dirt work to building a turn key house. We specialize in remodeling and additions but can handle anything in the residential construction industry. I can also handle any electrical work in a residential setting from new construction to repairing existing issues. No 3 phase electric.

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Fireplaces FAQs, 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.

Depending on who’s doing the estimating, about 22,000 to 25,000 chimney fires happen each year in the United States. Given the fact that millions of Americans have fireplaces (and chimneys), that means chimney fires aren’t exactly common—but they’re not rare, either. Since they’re so dangerous, it’s important to take precautions to prevent them.

One disadvantage of a wood furnace is that you need a constant supply of wood to run it. Even if you have a good amount of wood on your property (or have another way to get affordable wood), you’ll still need to chop it, store it, and re-fuel your furnace with it to keep your house heated. 

While you have some flexibility in the types of wood you can use in your outdoor furnace, it's important to make wise choices for optimal performance and efficiency. Hardwoods, such as oak, maple, and cherry, are generally recommended for their higher energy content and cleaner burn. These hardwoods produce more heat per volume and tend to produce fewer creosote deposits, which can accumulate and cause a chimney fire, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

While hardwoods are the best woods to burn, a few types of woods should be avoided when burning. Wood that has not had time to season, or “green wood,” should be avoided. The extra water in the wood makes it smoke horribly, which is not a quality you want. Additionally, it’s best to avoid any wood that is manufactured or has been treated, including coated or sealed wood, painted wood, or pressure-treated wood. These woods have chemicals that will be released into your air when burned and can cause health problems.

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