How do I choose an EPA-approved wood fireplace insert?

• <div><p>You can research your fireplace insert or retrofit by checking out the <a href="https://cfpub.epa.gov/oarweb/woodstove/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.about">EPA wood stove database.</a> The database includes information, such as a model's emission rate, efficiency, and carbon dioxide output.</p></div>

Is a fireplace hearth necessary?

• <div><p>A fireplace hearth is necessary in most areas per building codes, especially for gas and wood-burning fireplaces. Electric fireplaces may not require a hearth, so check local building codes or ask a pro for guidance if you’re leaning toward electric. A fireplace hearth can decrease the risk of flying embers creating a fire and burning your home down. That’s why fireproof material, like tile, is used for the hearth.</p></div>

What are chimney crowns made of?

• <div><p>Chimney crowns may be stone, concrete, or metal but most crowns are made of concrete. It’s not recommended to build chimney crowns with mortar (which is different from concrete) due to it’s weaker composition (especially when exposed to the outside elements). Most chimney crowns are custom made to fit your home’s specific chimney. </p></div>

Are elm trees good for firewood?

• <div><p>Compared to certain types of firewood like pine or spruce—which burn off sticky resin contained within the wood that creates lots of smoke—elm isn’t the worst option for burning in a fireplace.</p><p>Because elm wood is dense, it burns at a moderate pace and does a pretty good job of keeping your home warm. Hardwood like maple or oak may perform slightly better, but elm isn’t a bad choice overall.</p></div>

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Last update on October 28, 2025

Reviewed in June 2024
Very professional work. Kept fireplace area clean. Explained details well. We highly recommend him.
THE STOVE GUY LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Ruth was truly a pleasure to work with. I have a contemporary home that was modern looking when it was built. It was in desparate need of a revitalization. Ruth helped me set the tone for the living room by working with me to design the fireplace tiling. I sat with some samples she supplied...
Ruth Axtell Interiors
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Reviewed in December 2022
Outstanding job from an outstanding professional. Sean Hoyt installed scaffolding on my roof eliminating the need for a boom lift rental that would have cost me at least $1200! He even agreed to leave his scaffolding in place for a few days so that my fireplace insert installer could use it. ...
Hoyt Masonry LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
Rick was awesome. He called right away and came the next day on time. Rick was able to diagnose the issue with my propane fireplace stove. While it was not salvageable, Rick took his time to explain everything and stayed a bit longer to make sure our alternate heating system was up and running....
Gas Service of Merrimack, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2015
Danny, the LP service Technician, came and looked at my system which at the time had a pilot light but would not turn on. Another firm from Palm Coast wanted to replace the entire module that contains the thermocouple and the pilot ignitor and whatever else for about $300. Instead Danny came...
Cunningham A/C Heating & Fuel Oils
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Reviewed in April 2015
Admiralty Chimney was very professional and personable. They were knowledgeable and very upfront about the work that needed to be done. We felt their price was fair for the work done. We plan on using them going forward for our fireplace needs.
Admiralty Chimney Service
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Reviewed in January 2015
I helped him. We looked under the fireplace and found some obvious points of entry for outside drafts. he suggested and then installed regular fiberglass insulation in these areas. Then we went outside and he suggested we caulk and seal all exposed cracks that were not related to the air...
B&H Home Comfort Heating & AC
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Reviewed in January 2015
As previously mentioned the install of the blower went great. I could not have been happier. Unfortunately after utilizing the fireplace and blower for several days it became apparent the output from the fireplace had not changed from before the blower was installed. I turned the fireplace...
Advantage Fireplace Inc
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Reviewed in December 2014
We needed new interior doors hung in our bathroom and 1 bedroom as the doors were original to the house and were in dire need of replacing. The original doors we had purchased were just slabs and not pre-hung and upon arrival John informed me that we were better off exchanging the doors for...
Handyman Etc LLC
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Reviewed in January 2014
Guy showed up when he said he would, got the job done with no drama, cut the tile outside, no mess inside, was very insightful as to how the fireplace surround should be laid out, all in all, a top notch job by an experienced professional.
Guy Bardascino
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Gary Gilbert Masonry

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The highest quality in brick work, fireplaces, historical restorations, etc... Gary Gilbert is a well-established third generation mason with over 30 years of experience in all types of stonework and specialize in fireplaces - available for residential or commercial projects on either new construction or on existing structures. Specializing in custom stone fireplaces and brick repair or restorations. When we do a repair on your homes fireplace you'll never know that one was needed. Call us today to get the fireplace of your dreams!g Serving the greater New Hampshire and Massachusetts areas.

"Gary called me within minutes of posting project on site. Met with me the next day (end of June 2023) to go over project. Told me his per square foot rate, which I agreed to. Bragged about how sourced his stone locally and also told me that the stone was included in the quote. Gary said he was 3 weeks out. I agreed to everything. Said he would get me samples the following. Did not hear from him the following week. Called him. He seemed aggravated that I was calling him after he did not respond to my text or phone calls. Said he would call me the next day to tell me when he would show up to do job. Never called and did no hear from him again. Strung me along for a month and then ghosted me. Very unprofessional, rude and would not use him if he was the last mason on earth."

Brian M on August 2023

"Gary called me within minutes of posting project on site. Met with me the next day (end of June 2023) to go over project. Told me his per square foot rate, which I agreed to. Bragged about how sourced his stone locally and also told me that the stone was included in the quote. Gary said he was 3 weeks out. I agreed to everything. Said he would get me samples the following. Did not hear from him the following week. Called him. He seemed aggravated that I was calling him after he did not respond to my text or phone calls. Said he would call me the next day to tell me when he would show up to do job. Never called and did no hear from him again. Strung me along for a month and then ghosted me. Very unprofessional, rude and would not use him if he was the last mason on earth."

Brian M on August 2023

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