Can I leave my fireplace burning overnight?

• <div><p>No, you should never leave a fireplace burning overnight or unattended during the day. While fireplaces are made to contain fires, fires can and do spread from fireplaces, so it’s crucial that you’re there to monitor them and put them out if needed. If you’re worried about putting out a fire before bed, stop feeding it fuel long before bedtime and actively put out the fire using your poker, a shovel, and some baking soda.</p></div>

Do smoke detectors really save lives?

• <div><p>Absolutely! Smoke alarms are lifesavers. According to the <a href="https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Staying-safe/Safety-equipment/Smoke-alarms#:~:text=The%20death%20rate%20per%201%2C000,5.8%20deaths%20per%201%2C000%20fires).">National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)</a>, per 1,000 reported home fires, homes without working smoke alarms have a death rate nearly twice as high as those that <i>do</i> have working alarms. So remember to ensure you have enough installed in your home and that they are working and in good shape.</p></div>

How do I know if my chimney is safe?

• <div><p>There are a few things you can look out for to ensure your chimney is safe to use. Check for the following issues:</p><ul><li><p>Cracks or missing pieces in the masonry of the chimney</p></li><li><p>Creosote buildup in the chimney, which is a black, tar-like substance</p></li><li><p>Cracks, stains, or scorch marks in the firebox</p></li><li><p>Water stains in or around the fireplace</p></li><li><p>A broken or stuck damper</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Breaker Brothers installed a Tesla Wall connector for me outside in less than a hour and charged me 5 times less than competitor. I would recommend these guys to anyone that needs EV charger installation! 10/10
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The Generator was professionally installed. Tim Culver answered all my questions. His professional and expertise was very valuable. Thank you.
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Reviewed in May 2025
Placed pull out drawers in my kitchen cabinets, hung all bathroom towel racks, hooks, etc., installed outdoor shade, installed new electrical outlet in garage, put together bar stools — did an excellent job!
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Reviewed in April 2025
Green Pro has been the business I turn to wherever I need help on my project. I’ve used many of their services including treatment plant, whole house water filter and septic pumping! Their men never stop till that problem is sorted or that install is completed. It has been a joy working with...
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Reviewed in May 2023
We needed a new kitchen sink and pipework installed in our new countertop. I called Kelii and he arrived on time, did excellent work, and was completely professional. Simply put, he went out of his way to ensure that he did everything right. I highly recommend as a handyman and as a person - he...
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Reviewed in September 2022
Billy did a great job installing our new tankless water heater and cleaning our other one. Recommended!
Davis Painting and Home Repair
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Reviewed in February 2020
Jetson Homes installed new TVs and made the remote control with with everything and really simplified our lives.
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Reviewed in October 2019
The service man was professional, as well as efficient. Diagnosed the problem and completed the repair within 2.5 hours. This included leaving to pick up the part, returning and installation.
ThermaTek Heating and Air
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Reviewed in April 2019
Jared was great and made a very stressful day better by solving our plumbing issue and not having to break up our newly installed tile.
Automatic Air Conditioning and Heating, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2019
Allen and team did a great job. They replaced the backplate of the pre-fab fireplace with a new high strength version that won't crack again in a year. They did a great job inspecting the chimney and gas lines. The logs they installed are fantastic.
Casteel Sweeps
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

No, you should never leave a fireplace burning overnight or unattended during the day. While fireplaces are made to contain fires, fires can and do spread from fireplaces, so it’s crucial that you’re there to monitor them and put them out if needed. If you’re worried about putting out a fire before bed, stop feeding it fuel long before bedtime and actively put out the fire using your poker, a shovel, and some baking soda.

Absolutely! Smoke alarms are lifesavers. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), per 1,000 reported home fires, homes without working smoke alarms have a death rate nearly twice as high as those that do have working alarms. So remember to ensure you have enough installed in your home and that they are working and in good shape.

There are a few things you can look out for to ensure your chimney is safe to use. Check for the following issues:

Cracks or missing pieces in the masonry of the chimney
Creosote buildup in the chimney, which is a black, tar-like substance
Cracks, stains, or scorch marks in the firebox
Water stains in or around the fireplace
A broken or stuck damper

Regular HVAC filter changes, deep cleaning, and air quality monitoring help maintain a healthy environment.

No, it is not safe to leave a propane heater on overnight. Even if you’re using the heater in a well-ventilated space, the heaters can emit carbon monoxide that can lead to fires. Be sure to fully turn off and secure the propane heater before clearing the area.

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