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Q: How long does it take for creosote to build up in a chimney?

• <div><p>The time it takes for creosote to build up in a chimney can vary depending on how often you use your fireplace and the wood you burn. Creosote can start accumulating after just a few fires, especially if you burn unseasoned wood or allow fires to smolder. Regularly using the fireplace without proper maintenance can lead to significant creosote buildup within a few months. To prevent hazardous buildup, have your chimney inspected and cleaned at least once a year.</p></div>

Q: What repairs are frequently needed for a non-gas pre-fabricated fireplace unit?

• <div><p>Cracked panels, worn-out seals, faulty dampers, and firebrick damage often need professional attention.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to run a pellet stove?

• <div><p>This will depend on the size of the pellet stove and how much of the house you&rsquo;re heating, i.e. just one room or the entire house. Many pellet stoves use anywhere from 80 to 345 watts of electricity per hour. In terms of the pellets, a 40-pound bag can cost $5 to $9. A bag of pellets will burn for about 24 hours.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a wood fireplace and a wood insert?

• <div><p>They&rsquo;re both <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-wood-burning-fireplace-options-heat-your-home.htm">types of wood-burning fireplaces</a>, but a wood fireplace is built directly into a wall and attached to a chimney. A built-in wood fireplace often has an open hearth, although some models have an enclosed hearth. On the other hand, a wood-burning fireplace insert is a self-contained box that slides into an existing fireplace opening.</p></div>

Q: What holds a chimney liner in place?

• <div><p>A chimney liner is held in place by a top plate and attached top clamp, both of which should be included in most chimney liner kits. The top plate seals to the top of the chimney flue and attaches directly to the liner. This not only holds the liner in place but supports its weight in the chimney.</p></div>

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Last update on April 29, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
Photon Electric did a superb job on my barn and house. The 1840s barn had old lighting that was shorting - and Marcus fixed that right away. He added outlets and lighting to two large areas of the barn then came to the house to sort out our mixed up panel. He was very attentive - he left the...
Photon Electric LLC
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Reviewed in April 2026
absolutely the best experience , propane with exhaust fan water heater was installed in hours, no fuss no muss and expertly done, Gregg was pleasant, on time and exceedingly competent
AVP Services
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Reviewed in August 2024
Hired for a patio and it turned out great!
J-O-T CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in March 2024
Helped me move furniture and went the extra mile.
Superior Flooring
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Reviewed in September 2023
The project was completed in a timely fashion and stayed within the discussed budget. I would recommend Off Piste to anyone looking to have a deck built!
Off Piste Construction
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Reviewed in June 2023
I am so pleased with many patio they did an amazing job. I highly recommend them very friendly and they worked very hard . They were here everyday until completion. If I need anymore work done they will be hired again. I could t be happier thank you so much for a beautiful job!!!
Cannon Masonry
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Reviewed in April 2021
Karen and Brian were great to work with. The project took a little longer than expected due to all the rain. But, Thats mother nature and it couldn't be helped. We absolutely love our new deck. It's beautiful. If you like to support local family business. You should hire them. The price was...
Dream Work Designs
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Reviewed in February 2018
Customer service was great. They let me know that they were running late and were able to give me a time that they would arrive, and surprisingly, they kept to it. The person who came cleaned my fireplace, did not try to sell me anything I did not need and was very neat and clean. I would use...
Best Choice Roofing and Chimney, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2014
rrived on time and work done as scheduled. I had hired four other contractors (roofing "specialists? and other masons), paid out approximately $2,000 and problem was never fully resolved. By the time I found Robert, I had water streaming down the rocks of the fireplace in my living room -...
Savage Masonry
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Reviewed in September 2014
The installation went without a problem. Shortly thereafter we noticed, during windy conditions, a fairly loud whistling sound coming from the fireplace. After contacting Cricket on the Hearth we were initially told that the fireplace it self could not create sound. Then the company suggested...
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Four Winds Masonry & Chimney

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Pre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Repair+10 more

Serving Conesus, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Warranties offered

"After having a chimney fire the staff at Four Winds came and cleaned and inspected our fireplace. They are full of knowledge and gave me options as far as what to do. This 4th generation company is up to date on codes and customer service. They explained everything that was wrong and how to fix it even if they couldn t fix it . I highly recommend Four Winds Masonry!"

Response time2 days

24 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Butler's Sales and Service, Inc.

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+7 more

Serving Conesus, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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Emergency services offered

"He even went beyond and fixed my fireplace doors."

Response time3 days

56 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Fino Masonry & Chimney Restoration

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+10 more

Serving Conesus, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

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Emergency services offered

"Professional, very responsive and priced reasonably"

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Install+3 more

Serving Conesus, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tried to engage several other companies to complete my project. Very glad none of the others worked out. Shamrock always arrived when they said they would, performed their service with excellence without drama. Very responsive. Others were providing estimates of weeks of lead time. Shamrock completed their work in less than two. If you have work coming up, would strongly advise resisting the urge to waste time by talking to anyone else than Shamrock. They are a pre-eminent company among their peers."

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Response time1 day

Response rate92%

539 neighbors recently requested a quote

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+7 more

Serving Conesus, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were so comprehensive and detailed. Justin and his coworker were fast, professional, and accomplished at everything. I highly recommend them!"

Response time1 hour

Response rate99%

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Perkins HVAC

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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 Conesus, NY and surrounding areas

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Hi, I’m a residential HVAC service technician with over 5 years of experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heating and cooling systems. I take pride in providing honest recommendations, quality workmanship, and treating every home with the same care and respect as my own. Whether it’s troubleshooting a complex issue, performing preventative maintenance, or making repairs, my goal is to get the job done right the first time.

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Rise and Shine Cleaning Services

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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 Conesus, NY and surrounding areas

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Hi, I’m Drew Boyd — the heart and hands behind Rise and Shine Cleaning Services. I’m the one showing up, paying attention to every detail, and making sure your home feels refreshed, peaceful, and truly elevated.\n\nThis isn’t just about cleaning to me — it’s about creating a space you can breathe in and feel proud of. I take pride in consistency, quality, and treating every home with care and respect.\n\nIf you’re looking for reliable, detail-focused cleaning services, I’d love to connect. Message, text, or call me anytime 🤍\n585-610-8079

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Handy Man Bran

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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 Conesus, NY and surrounding areas

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Handy Man Bran \n“Handy Man Bran Can Make Your Dreams Reality”\n\nMulti trades craftsman taking on all\nSorts of jobs.\n\nHVAC mechanic who enjoys taking care of neighbors with precision work in a timely manner in ALL trades.\n\n😎👍🏻

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+9 more

Serving Conesus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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Credit card accepted

"Fantastic. Prompt, quality and professional"

Recommended by91%of homeowners

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Astar Heating & Air Conditioning Inc

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+9 more

Serving Conesus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

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Emergency services offered

"Arrived within projected time frame applied rimnely to treashs behaved in a professional manner was responsive to questions."

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

The time it takes for creosote to build up in a chimney can vary depending on how often you use your fireplace and the wood you burn. Creosote can start accumulating after just a few fires, especially if you burn unseasoned wood or allow fires to smolder. Regularly using the fireplace without proper maintenance can lead to significant creosote buildup within a few months. To prevent hazardous buildup, have your chimney inspected and cleaned at least once a year.

Cracked panels, worn-out seals, faulty dampers, and firebrick damage often need professional attention.

This will depend on the size of the pellet stove and how much of the house you’re heating, i.e. just one room or the entire house. Many pellet stoves use anywhere from 80 to 345 watts of electricity per hour. In terms of the pellets, a 40-pound bag can cost $5 to $9. A bag of pellets will burn for about 24 hours.

They’re both types of wood-burning fireplaces, but a wood fireplace is built directly into a wall and attached to a chimney. A built-in wood fireplace often has an open hearth, although some models have an enclosed hearth. On the other hand, a wood-burning fireplace insert is a self-contained box that slides into an existing fireplace opening.

A chimney liner is held in place by a top plate and attached top clamp, both of which should be included in most chimney liner kits. The top plate seals to the top of the chimney flue and attaches directly to the liner. This not only holds the liner in place but supports its weight in the chimney.

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