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John Douglas Masonry
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Decatur, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John Douglas Masonry is excellence in masonry. He and his crew are respectful, professional, communicative, honest, and talented! My stone fireplace is a work of art, a masterpiece. My friends and family all enjoy the many hours we spend outside and this brings crafted natural beauty to my oasis! I highly recommend this company! Thank you John Douglas Msonry!"
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Bleach2Clean
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 Decatur, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I’m Madisen — professional cleaner, bread enthusiast, and firm believer that everyone deserves a clean home without a side of judgment.\n\nLife gets messy. Kids happen. Depression happens. ADHD happens. Work gets crazy. Sometimes your laundry pile develops its own ecosystem. I’ve seen it all, and I promise I’ve never walked into a home thinking, “Wow, I can’t believe this.” Usually I’m thinking, “Challenge accepted.”\n\nMy goal is simple: make your home feel lighter, fresher, and more peaceful while making you laugh at least once along the way.\n\nI’m the kind of cleaner who will scrub your baseboards like they personally offended me, celebrate finding the floor again under the toy avalanche, and possibly show up with homemade bread for your first cleaning because that’s just the kind of chaos I’m bringing to the business.\n\nThis is a judgment-free zone. Whether your house is spotless and you just need an extra set of hands, or you’re one unfolded laundry basket away from filing a missing

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Fireplace Chimney Sweep Solutions
4.6(
76
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+1 more

Serving Decatur, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Fireplace Chimney Sweep Solutions to clean and inspect the chimney in my 54 year old home. He found numerous areas in the chimney and fireplace that were deteriorating with age. AfterSed Bledsoe showed me the problem areas and explained the potential dangers, I gave him the go-ahead to make the repairs. He and his crew did an excellent job, cleaned everything up afterward, and possibly saved me from a house fire. Very well satisfied."
Chimney Relining
Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Santa's Friend Chimney Service, LLC
4.6(
12
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Decatur, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They stuck to their schedule and performed the work in a timely manner. Very professional and knowledgeable. They listened to what I had to say about what the problem was and they included a warranty so they may come back if there are any issues. They did a good job! As for the quality of service and value for my money, these questions cannot be answered until the chimney has gone through a period of heavy rain to see if the leak has been stopped. Therefore, that rating is provisional, since I have no reason to think the quality is not good but I have to reserve my answer until we have extensive rain. Overall, they impressed me as being a very professional and competent company."
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Fireplace inserts have several potential disadvantages. The cost of the insert and its installation can be a significant investment, as the process can be complicated and expensive, particularly if modifications to the existing fireplace are necessary. Aesthetically, some people find that inserts lack the traditional look and authentic ambiance of an open, crackling fire. There are also ongoing costs for maintenance, cleaning, and fuel. Fuel type can be a limitation; for example, an insert may be unusable if you don't have access to its specific fuel source. Maintenance and repairs can also require specialized services, especially for gas or electric models. Finally, while an insert is more efficient than an open fireplace, it may not heat a home as evenly as a central HVAC system.

Both wood stoves and fireplaces are effective at heating, but wood stoves are more efficient, meaning more of the fuel is converted to heat rather than lost. Wood stoves, depending on the capacity, can also heat larger spaces, while fireplaces are better for heating smaller areas, like an individual room.

You can close up a chimney instead of demolishing it. Homeowners often go this route because the cost of removing a chimney, especially a structurally important chimney, can be expensive.

Properly closing up a chimney involves closing and sealing the damper, installing a chimney cap damper, and sealing the fireplace opening with a door or bricks. The cost to seal and cap a chimney is around $500 to $650—significantly less than the average chimney removal cost.

Running a gas fireplace is potentially cheaper than using central heating if you are heating a single room and don’t need to heat the entire house. That's because gas fireplaces are a better source of direct heat, making them more efficient for warming small spaces. Central heating, while more efficient for whole-home warmth, uses more energy overall. Strategically using a gas fireplace, therefore, can help lower heating bills.

Gas-powered fireplaces seem to be the most desirable type for homebuyers, per a Redfin report on homebuying trends. That said, any fireplace that has been maintained well and is in safe, working condition could be a draw for buyers, regardless of whether it uses wood logs, propane, or electricity as fuel.

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