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Exclusive sweeps
4.8(
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Rich came out and noticed my chimney had excessive chimney cracks which was allowing sulfur gases into my home, we had Rich install a chimney liner to prevent any more issue. Rich was very professional and very fair on his prices! I I highly recommend using Exclusive sweeps for any chimney needs!!"
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+17

Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Anthonys Masonry & Chimney
5.0(
3
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Anthony Masonry and chimney did an excellent job clearing a ton of trees and vines from my property. They were efficient and pleasant to work with - would 10 / 10 higher this company again. I also had them do some stonework leading up to my house, which came out phenomenal."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
4.3(
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
Shamrock chimney
Stainless steel chimney liner
Broken Chimney crown
Crown and caps
Stainless steel cap

+60

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
695 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pacific Stone & Tile
4.6(
321
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Wonderful, much better than I ever would expect! Guys were professional, responsible, on time and very considerate of our house and belongings. Would highly recommend these guys again!!!!!!"
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+3

Recommended by91%of homeowners
Astar Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
4.8(
138
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an Absolutely Fantastic Experience!! My husband & I were so lucky to have gotten Jason Scharf to come out to our home, he was very insightful, helpful, courteous and very professional. Jason explained step-by-step what he was doing along the way & what would work best within our home with 4 different price ranges that would work for us. Jason was very informative. He mentioned and advised me on some items that would require attention on a monthly basis which I was grateful for. Upon completion, he reviewed the bill and explained any questions that I had. I was very pleased. Overall, Jason’s work was outstanding. I would recommend Jason from Astar to anyone I know that is in need of a central air system in their home. He was one of the kindest, funny and coolest Design Specialists by far. Thanks again Jason you're the Best! We can't wait for everything to be completed."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Anthonys Masonry & Chimney
5.0(
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Anthony Masonry and chimney did an excellent job clearing a ton of trees and vines from my property. They were efficient and pleasant to work with - would 10 / 10 higher this company again. I also had them do some stonework leading up to my house, which came out phenomenal."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Complete Contracting Inc
4.8(
31
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My summer home in Glenmont needed a roof, I found Complete Contracting Inc. Jason, John and the rest of the crew were very professional, reliable and did an amazing job. I got estimates from other companies and Jason was able to get the price of the job down to a price that was very affordable. I highly recommend them to anyone who is looking to get any type of work done."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Both wood-burning stoves and fireplaces can emit smoke and other combustion gases that are harmful to human health. According to the American Lung Association, wood smoke can lead to coughing and wheezing as well as long-term health impacts like increased risks for heart attacks and stroke. 

Newer models meet the modern efficiency standards set in 2020 by the Environmental Protection Agency for cleaner burning, more efficient wood stoves. Regular maintenance can also minimize smoke.

Wood fireplace inserts produce more heat without replacing the whole system. A fireplace installer can verify that you have a connector and chimney system to fit the wood-burning insert.

Gas fireplace inserts require less maintenance and are an efficient way to produce warmth. Some can also produce heat in the event of a power outage.

Electric fireplace inserts don't have a real open flame, so they produce flames that mimic a real fire surrounded by artificial logs with LED light. Many electric fireplace inserts produce heat from glowing elements while only using electricity.

The answer can vary widely based on a home's age and design. As with any type of remodeling project, assume that every structure is load-bearing until confirming otherwise with a structural engineer. Almost all modern homes have chimneys that are fully independent from the rest of the home's framing. As a result, they don't bear any load beyond their own weight. However, many historic homes built prior to the 1900s contain load-bearing chimneys that tie into the surrounding roof and floor joists. If possible, use a home's blueprints or look for chimney connections that indicate load-bearing qualities to get your answer.

Yes, a chimney cap is an excellent idea for several reasons. It prevents debris, rain, or snow from entering your chimney, which can cause moisture damage or blockages. A cap with a mesh screen also keeps animals like birds, squirrels, and bats from nesting in your chimney—or worse, getting into your abode. Additionally, chimney caps help prevent downdrafts, which can push smoke and harmful gases back into your home. Lastly, by installing a chimney cap, you will improve safety and enhance the overall efficiency of your fireplace.

While a hot fire can help heat up and loosen tar within your chimney, making it a recommended step before using a creosote log, it will not burn off significant existing buildup on its own. Attempting to remove built-up creosote with a hot fire is dangerous and can cause a chimney fire. For safe and effective removal of caked-on creosote, the best approach is to hire a professional chimney sweep.

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