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Q: Can you burn other materials in a pellet stove?

• <div><p>No. Pellet stoves are specifically designed to burn manufactured wood or biomass pellets. Attempting to burn other materials, such as regular firewood or paper products, can damage the stove, compromise its efficiency, and even pose safety hazards due to inconsistent combustion and increased emissions. It's crucial to follow manufacturer guidelines and only use pellets that are specifically recommended for your pellet stove model to ensure safe and optimal performance over its life span.</p></div>

Q: Do fireplaces help you save on heating bills?

• <div><p>Fireplaces can theoretically help you save on heating bills if you lower the temperature throughout the rest of your home and heat only a single room that you occupy using the fireplace. However, in most cases, homeowners won&rsquo;t save any money on heating bills. Gas and electric fireplace inserts could actually lead to a spike in your respective energy bills if you use them frequently, and if you don&rsquo;t keep up with <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/chimney-maintenance-tips.htm">chimney maintenance</a> and repairs, your traditional masonry fireplace could actually be a source of heat loss in the winter.</p></div>

Q: Can you convert an electric fireplace to gas?

• <div><p>There isn&rsquo;t a way to convert electric fireplaces easily or cheaply to gas. The process requires major renovations, as opposed to wood fireplaces, which are often already vented and have space for the gas-burning equipment. To convert an electric fireplace to gas, you&rsquo;d need to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-average-cost-remove-gas-fireplace.htm">remove your old fireplace</a> and get a completely new install.</p></div>

Q: Who installs fireplaces?

• <div><p>Knowing who to hire to install your fireplace is important when it comes to having a safe place to burn a fire in your home. The best person to contact for installing fireplaces is a mason or general contractor who has a <a href="https://www.nficertified.org/public/">National Fireplace Institute</a> (NFI) specialist certification. If you&rsquo;re installing wood paneling, then it&rsquo;s a good idea to also find a pro who is Wood Energy Technology Transfer (WETT)-certified. </p><p>Both of these certifications show that your pro is well-equipped to install fireplaces and inspect your home for the utmost safety.</p></div>

Q: How long do pellets last in a pellet stove?

• <div><p>The burn time of pellets in a pellet stove depends on factors such as stove size, heat setting, and pellet quality. A full hopper of pellets can last anywhere from 12 to 48 hours. Lower heat settings will extend burn times, while higher settings will reduce them. It's important to choose high-quality pellets because they burn more efficiently and produce less ash, maximizing the stove's burn time and overall performance. Regularly monitoring the pellet level ensures consistent heat output and optimal efficiency from your pellet stove.</p></div>

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Last update on October 07, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Matthew was recommended to me through an aquaintence. I had many trees too close to the house. Matthew answered the phone on the first try and from that point on was a first class professional all the way. He explained everything from procedure to time frame to cost. His crew followed up...
Matthew's Landscaping
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Reviewed in January 2025
Job was done right and on time/budget. Gave me options to choose from when personalizing my projects. Responsive. -Built an accent wall with electric fireplace, made custom mantle. -Put up 6ft fence around our backyard. Worked with me to get town permits approved. -Hung two large tv’s
AR HOME REMODELERS LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
I had a gas fireplace hooked up. I’m extremely pleased with the service I received. I was called promptly, scheduled promptly and kept informed. The work was performed perfectly and professionally. I will continue to use this company and will recommend them to everyone. I am very thankful!
Butler's Sales & Service Inc
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Reviewed in January 2023
PJP Landscape and Tree Service were prompt, professional, and friendly. Very helpful! They also quickly and timely delivered a quality cord of wood for our fireplace when we needed it at a fair price. I highly recommend them.
PJP Landscape & Tree Services
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Reviewed in November 2020
Ray was very professional and cares about his work. He did very awesome job of mounting our TV above our fireplace. We thought it would be a difficult job since our fireplace is stone but Ray did a fantastic. We will definitely recommend Output Design to our friends and family in the future.
Output Design AV, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2020
The job could not have gone better. Two of the firebox refractories and the grate needed replacing. Jonathan was able to not only locate the parts very quickly, but replace them along with the cleaning in one visit. I was then able to utilize and enjoy my fireplace faster than anticipated. I...
JP Chimney Services
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Reviewed in October 2020
Avoid, avoid, avoid. I would give them zero stars if Yelp allowed it. We made an appointment for Shamrock to clean two chimneys for us: one a standard a fireplace, the other from an oil burner. Shamrock cancelled twice--supposedly due to weather--then showed up to clean the chimneys today (even...
Shamrock C & C, Inc
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Reviewed in September 2019
Kenny was great and always on time. From the day of hired to complete was less than a week. He was very honest and personable which made everyone feel at ease. Our fireplace is now in working condition and was done at a reasonable price. We are very excited to be able to use it this winter....
Fire and Ice Chimney, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2017
i hired joe messina from home advisor site on the internet all his reviews were so favorable so i decided to take a chance and i was very impressed he was on time and when he left my fireplace was immaculate he called to tell me what time he would be there and he was exact i would hire...
J. F. Messina Masonry Builders
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Reviewed in March 2017
Mike and the team have been AMAZING! They have reasonable prices, are dependable with their service, and the work they produce is beautiful. He also provided us with extra information on repointing our brick foundation on the inside when we told him we were planning a DIY. He's been one of the...
Absolute Precision Chimney Service Inc
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M.M.T Fireplace & Masonry Repair

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Serving Esopus, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Appointment was scheduled very quickly and my fireplace is now sparkling. Highly recommend!"

Response time4 hrs

Response rate89%

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Serving Esopus, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Credit card accepted

Serving the Tri-State Area, Shamrock Chimney will provide you with a dedicated approach to ensure your chimney is kept clean and safe. Our team provides chimney solutions for every problem, protecting homes from dangers of leaking chimneys and flues. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.

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Recommended by16%of homeowners

Serving Esopus, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"The workers and office staff were easy to talk to, well informed, courteous , and efficient. They performed a thorough inspection. Recommended and installed a stainless liner and cap for the furnace flue and a new damper on the fireplace flue. Their price was better than previous quotes and even set up a partial payment plan. I am very pleased with the work they did."

Response time1 hour

Response rate99%

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Lakeside pavers and hardscape

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Serving Esopus, NY and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Doing paver work has been my passion for years. I think of it as an artisan style. Whatever you need or want. We can get done

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Clean Connect Link

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Serving Esopus, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We provide cleaning services of all sorts. If your looking for a cleaner to handle the most dirty job , or just as simple as a bi weekly cleaning contact us and we will put you in contact with a cleaner in your area!

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Fernandez and España LLC

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Serving Esopus, NY and surrounding areas

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😃Ready to work. With the best possible attitude and the appropriate tools—whatever you wish to transport—and with the utmost safety.🫡

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Alicia Callahan

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Serving Esopus, NY and surrounding areas

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I am a hard working individual, dedicated to providing the best service possible.

Serving Esopus, NY 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

Serving Esopus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very happy with the price and the work that was done to create the room. There were three estimates and this price was what I wanted to spend. I was pleased with the workers who came to complete the project, everyone was very friendly and answered any questions that I asked. A porta potty was placed outside so the workers did not have to come into the house, and it was great that I didn't have to be home when they were working downstairs. They entered and exited through the egress window. At the beginning of the project there were two mistakes made but as soon as I mentioned them to the contractor they were immediately corrected. They notified me through a phone call each day that they were coming and almost always were on time. I would definitely recommend this company,"

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TH Remodeling & Renovations Inc

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Serving Esopus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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Emergency services offered

"Replaced the roof and gutters."

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

No. Pellet stoves are specifically designed to burn manufactured wood or biomass pellets. Attempting to burn other materials, such as regular firewood or paper products, can damage the stove, compromise its efficiency, and even pose safety hazards due to inconsistent combustion and increased emissions. It's crucial to follow manufacturer guidelines and only use pellets that are specifically recommended for your pellet stove model to ensure safe and optimal performance over its life span.

Fireplaces can theoretically help you save on heating bills if you lower the temperature throughout the rest of your home and heat only a single room that you occupy using the fireplace. However, in most cases, homeowners won’t save any money on heating bills. Gas and electric fireplace inserts could actually lead to a spike in your respective energy bills if you use them frequently, and if you don’t keep up with chimney maintenance and repairs, your traditional masonry fireplace could actually be a source of heat loss in the winter.

There isn’t a way to convert electric fireplaces easily or cheaply to gas. The process requires major renovations, as opposed to wood fireplaces, which are often already vented and have space for the gas-burning equipment. To convert an electric fireplace to gas, you’d need to remove your old fireplace and get a completely new install.

Knowing who to hire to install your fireplace is important when it comes to having a safe place to burn a fire in your home. The best person to contact for installing fireplaces is a mason or general contractor who has a National Fireplace Institute (NFI) specialist certification. If you’re installing wood paneling, then it’s a good idea to also find a pro who is Wood Energy Technology Transfer (WETT)-certified.

Both of these certifications show that your pro is well-equipped to install fireplaces and inspect your home for the utmost safety.

The burn time of pellets in a pellet stove depends on factors such as stove size, heat setting, and pellet quality. A full hopper of pellets can last anywhere from 12 to 48 hours. Lower heat settings will extend burn times, while higher settings will reduce them. It's important to choose high-quality pellets because they burn more efficiently and produce less ash, maximizing the stove's burn time and overall performance. Regularly monitoring the pellet level ensures consistent heat output and optimal efficiency from your pellet stove.

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