Can I use an existing chimney for a wood-burning stove?

• <div><p>Yes, you can use an existing chimney with a wood-burning stove if it meets specific requirements. The stove’s vent pipe size must be compatible with the size of your chimney flue. Your contractor can tell you whether your chimney is suitable for installation.</p></div>

Can you burn wood that has oak wilt?

• <div><p>You can burn wood with oak wilt, as heat from the fire destroys the fungus, and smoke won’t threaten <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-signs-healthy-tree.htm">healthy trees</a>. However, wood of unknown origin should be burned during the dormant season—do not store wood in the warmer months for the winter season. If you harvest oak, let it dry in the sun before transporting it elsewhere.</p></div>

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Q: How do I maintain my oil-fired chimney?

• <div><p>Annual inspections, soot removal, and clean-burning fuel help maintain a safe and efficient chimney.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to install a brick or stone fireplace?

• <div><p>Costs range from $3,500 to $15,000, depending on material, labor, and design complexity.</p></div>

Q: What is a fireplace insert?

• <div><p>Fireplace inserts are essentially wood, gas, or electric stoves designed to fit into an existing masonry fireplace. People opt to install inserts because traditional fireplaces can lose a lot of heat, require more maintenance, and may impact indoor air quality. A fireplace insert installer near you can help you decide which brand and size fit your home. </p></div>

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Last update on November 10, 2025

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I had 7 huge trees removed, and 5 large bushes. They came right away to take a look at the job, and give a bid, then returned within a couple weeks to get it done. His clean up of the property was WONDERFUL! Very professional, and very kind!
Diamond K Tree & Landscape LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Ty, Did a wonderful and in a very timely manner. He was professional and the gutters look GREAT!
J. Tyrell General Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Very good service at reasonable prices
VanBrokenBurgh Recycling and Appliance
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Reviewed in July 2022
I cannot answer these questions because the work has not yet been done! You should check with your contractor on their status, BEFORE you. send out a Review request. It makes sense that you would do so, and by not doing that you have let me down. I cannot rate them until they have at least...
Indoor Air Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
This business got with me quickly and arrived on time. Their work was top-quality and extremely efficient. I WILL be using them again!
Big Horn Appliance Repair and Maintenance
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Reviewed in August 2021
I was happy with it!
Westside Paint & Drywall
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Reviewed in March 2021
Very knowledgeable of his trade. Very personable customer service. He completed the job timely and efficiently and educated on the cause of the electrical defect he fixed. His fair/advantageous cost along with his friendly and kind service was a welcomed relief when hiring for a repair and...
Diaz Electric
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Reviewed in October 2020
If you are looking for this kind of help they are the ones to hire! Professional, listened to my needs and desires and delivered on all expectations! Matter fact they exceeded my expectations.
Junk Nation, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2019
They arrived on time. Very courteous and professional. Pricing and quality of work better than I expected.
Glass Depot
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Reviewed in October 2019
Very friendly and easy to get in touch with.
Melle's Tree Service
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Jake Boyles

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Serving Bridger, MT and surrounding areas

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★ INDUSTRIAL-GRADE MAINTENANCE & HANDYMAN SERVICES ★\nNeed a dependable pro who gets things done right the first time? I’ve been a green card maintenance electrician at the mine for 8 years. My rotating schedule gives me wide-open availability for half the year to focus entirely on your projects during my days off.\nWHAT I DO: Operating as an experienced, unlicensed maintenance pro, I provide top-tier residential and commercial services. I handle general repairs, commercial facility upkeep, fencing, landscaping, and yard care. I can honestly do it all.\nHAULING & TOOLS: I have a full-size pickup truck ready for hauling, and I easily source or rent any specialized equipment your specific job requires.\nMY STANDARDS: With my industrial background, I have the technical skills to research and execute unique tasks safely and up to proper standards. I am reliable, arrive on time, and won't leave until you are 100% happy. Let's tackle your to-do list!

Serving Bridger, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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

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Serving Bridger, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

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"He designed and built a deck, it is absolutely fabulous. It is a covered deck with a pitched roof. We have had people stop and ask who built it. We own some rental units, we had him paint one and the other was a cedar siding house that he sealed. He is a true perfectionist and does great work."

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TCH Builders & Remodeling

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Serving Bridger, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

If you dream it, we can build it. What's the biggest difference between us and them? We build to last! We offer a full line of Green and Energy Star Certified products, backed by our labor and manufacturer's lifetime transferable warranties. Credit Cards Welcome Financing Available OAC.

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Beaumont Chimney & Appliance Repair

New to Angi

Serving Bridger, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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Offers commercial services

I deliver quality and excellence, and treat the customers with upmost respect. We walk through the project step by step with the customer to make sure everything is done correctly. The customer takes priority, and we are looking for longevity/building for the future. Book with us directly to speak about your project, as we are flexible with pricing!

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Morado Concrete

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Serving Bridger, MT and surrounding areas

Concrete work years of experience foundation and flat work residential and commercial

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Longhorn TNL Construction LLC

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Serving Bridger, MT and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

We not be the perfect people but everything that we do, we do it with excellence

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Clean Dirt

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Serving Bridger, MT and surrounding areas

Iam very responsible and reliable cleaning business experience with 10 years now friendly and can be trusted with that truly satisfied you with my services

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Annual inspections, soot removal, and clean-burning fuel help maintain a safe and efficient chimney.

Costs range from $3,500 to $15,000, depending on material, labor, and design complexity.

Fireplace inserts are essentially wood, gas, or electric stoves designed to fit into an existing masonry fireplace. People opt to install inserts because traditional fireplaces can lose a lot of heat, require more maintenance, and may impact indoor air quality. A fireplace insert installer near you can help you decide which brand and size fit your home.

Yes, you can use an existing chimney with a wood-burning stove if it meets specific requirements. The stove’s vent pipe size must be compatible with the size of your chimney flue. Your contractor can tell you whether your chimney is suitable for installation.

You can burn wood with oak wilt, as heat from the fire destroys the fungus, and smoke won’t threaten healthy trees. However, wood of unknown origin should be burned during the dormant season—do not store wood in the warmer months for the winter season. If you harvest oak, let it dry in the sun before transporting it elsewhere.

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