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MB Clean
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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 Darby, MT and surrounding areas

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MB Clean\n402-840-7625\n\n✨ Professional. Reliable. Thorough. ✨\n\nMB Clean is a fully licensed and insured cleaning business proudly serving Hamilton, MT and the surrounding Bitterroot Valley.\n\nWe offer:\n🧹 Routine & recurring cleans\n🏡 Move-out cleans\n🏗️ Post-construction cleans\n\nWhether you need regular help keeping your home fresh and clean or a detailed deep clean before moving in or out, we’re here to make your space shine!\n\n📍 Serving Hamilton, MT\n📩 Message MB Clean today to get a free estimate!

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Orca Fireplace, LLC
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Gas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - InstallGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Repair

Serving Darby, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"Excellent job clean and on time, we love our new fireplace"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Frontpoint
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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 Darby, 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."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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American Heating Cooling & Refrigeration, LLC
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Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Repair+5 more

Serving Darby, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"American Heating Cooling were the most reliable, honest—great to work with—a family owned company."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
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TCH Builders & Remodeling
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+12 more

Serving Darby, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

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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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Chongo's Home Maintenance
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Gas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - InstallGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Repair

Serving Darby, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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Thank you for visiting Chongo's Home Maintenance. We are your locally owned and operated home maintenance specialists based in Hamilton, MT. We service residential and commercial clients throughout Ravalli County and the surrounding areas. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Well-seasoned hardwoods like oak, maple, hickory, and ash are the cleanest woods to burn in a fireplace. When properly dried, these woods have low moisture content, allowing them to burn hotter and produce less smoke, which minimizes creosote buildup. Ensure the wood is seasoned for at least six months for optimal burning.

A fireplace's lifespan varies significantly depending on its type, the quality of construction, the materials used, and how well it is maintained. On average, you can expect a fireplace to last between 10 and 30 years, with many homeowners experiencing major issues after about 20 years.

Here's a breakdown by type:

  • Gas Inserts: Typically last 10 to 25 years with proper maintenance.

  • Electric Fireplaces: Have a lifespan of up to 20 years.

  • Traditional Brick Fireplaces: Can last for centuries, but require ongoing maintenance and repairs, such as tuckpointing.

Signs that your chimney may need to be replaced include visible damage like cracks in the structure, bricks, or mortar, as well as crumbling or flaking mortar and loose bricks. Leaks, dampness, discoloration, and efflorescence (a white, stain-like substance on the bricks) are also key indicators of water damage, which can compromise the chimney's safety. Addressing these problems is essential, as a chimney in this condition may be at risk of collapsing and causing major damage to your home. A full replacement costs about $10,000 on average, but can range from $3,100 to $15,400.

Modern wood-burning stoves are very effective, reaching around 80% efficiency. That’s because models built after 1988 are designed to meet standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to operate more efficiently and produce less air pollution. If you have an older wood stove, it may not be as efficient.

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

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